Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Taylor Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Taylor Elementary serves the northwest part of Mercedes, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taylor Elementary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Taylor Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taylor Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5688 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor Elementary School's ranking?
Taylor Elementary School is ranked #5688 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Taylor Elementary School?
406 students attend Taylor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Taylor Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor Elementary School?
Taylor Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Taylor Elementary School offer ?
Taylor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Taylor Elementary School part of?
Taylor Elementary School is part of Mercedes Independent School District.
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