Serving 317 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carl Schurz 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Schurz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Carl Schurz Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carl Schurz 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 Carl Schurz Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#1796 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
23%
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
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Schurz Elementary School's ranking?
Carl Schurz Elementary School is ranked #1796 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carl Schurz Elementary School often compared to?
Carl Schurz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Klein Road Elementary School, Clear Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carl Schurz Elementary School?
317 students attend Carl Schurz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Carl Schurz Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl Schurz Elementary School?
Carl Schurz Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carl Schurz Elementary School offer ?
Carl Schurz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carl Schurz Elementary School part of?
Carl Schurz Elementary School is part of New Braunfels Independent School District.
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