Serving 494 students in grades 2-5, Vernon 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: SHIVE EL's attendance zone covers the entire district in Vernon, TX, encompassing approximately 565.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.1 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest boundary located 26.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernon Elementary School's student population of 494 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vernon 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 Vernon Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#6576 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
48%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
28%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon Elementary School's ranking?
Vernon Elementary School is ranked #6576 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Vernon Elementary School often compared to?
Vernon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrold School, Northside School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Vernon Elementary School?
494 students attend Vernon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Vernon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon Elementary School?
Vernon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vernon Elementary School offer ?
Vernon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Vernon Elementary School part of?
Vernon Elementary School is part of Vernon Independent School District.
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