Serving 292 students in grades 3-5, Yoakum Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The YOAKUM INT attendance zone covers the entire Yoakum, TX school district, encompassing approximately 261 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yoakum Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Yoakum Intermediate School's student population of 292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
292 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yoakum Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yoakum Intermediate School is 0.44, 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
#1963 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yoakum Intermediate School's ranking?
Yoakum Intermediate School is ranked #1963 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Yoakum Intermediate School?
292 students attend Yoakum Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Yoakum Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yoakum Intermediate School?
Yoakum Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yoakum Intermediate School offer ?
Yoakum Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Yoakum Intermediate School part of?
Yoakum Intermediate School is part of Yoakum Independent School District.
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