Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas J Rusk Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Thomas J Rusk Academy of Fine Arts serves the southeast part of the Nacogdoches, TX school district, covering an area of approximately 11.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge situated about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas J Rusk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Thomas J Rusk Elementary School's student population of 422 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
422 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas J Rusk 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 Thomas J Rusk Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#4144 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
76%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
11%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas J Rusk Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas J Rusk Elementary School is ranked #4144 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Thomas J Rusk Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas J Rusk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raguet Elementary School, Stephen F Austin State University Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Thomas J Rusk Elementary School?
422 students attend Thomas J Rusk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Thomas J Rusk Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas J Rusk Elementary School?
Thomas J Rusk Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas J Rusk Elementary School offer ?
Thomas J Rusk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Thomas J Rusk Elementary School part of?
Thomas J Rusk Elementary School is part of Nacogdoches Independent School District.
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