Serving 274 students in grades 2-3, Broadway 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 was 60-64% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 75%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 55-59% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)60-64%
75%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)55-59%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(15-16)19%
52%
Black
(15-16)19%
13%
White
(15-16)57%
29%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)5%
2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 75% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% TX state average).
How many students attend Broadway Elementary School?
274 students attend Broadway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Broadway Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broadway Elementary School?
Broadway Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Broadway Elementary School offer ?
Broadway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Broadway Elementary School part of?
Broadway Elementary School is part of Gladewater Independent School District.
Recent Articles
Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
This article examines the ongoing debate about drug testing for teachers in public schools. It discusses the rationale behind such policies, privacy concerns, cost implications, and the relatively low prevalence of drug use among educators. The piece also explores future considerations for drug testing policies in educational settings.
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Explore how public schools are integrating cloud computing into their educational frameworks. Understand the advantages such as enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and accessibility, as well as the challenges schools face in adopting this technology.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
