Serving 485 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Annie Sims Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Annie Sims Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Annie Sims Elementary School's student population of 485 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Annie Sims Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Annie Sims Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1669 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
25%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Annie Sims Elementary School's ranking?
Annie Sims Elementary School is ranked #1669 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Annie Sims Elementary School often compared to?
Annie Sims Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E C Brice Elementary School, Frances Corprew Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Annie Sims Elementary School?
485 students attend Annie Sims Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Annie Sims Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Annie Sims Elementary School?
Annie Sims Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Annie Sims Elementary School offer ?
Annie Sims Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Annie Sims Elementary School part of?
Annie Sims Elementary School is part of Mount Pleasant Independent School District.
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