Serving 789 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Galatas Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 789 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galatas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Galatas Elementary School's student population of 789 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
789 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Galatas Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galatas Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#148 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
63%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galatas Elementary School's ranking?
Galatas Elementary School is ranked #148 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Galatas Elementary School often compared to?
Galatas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Loch Elementary School, Buckalew Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Galatas Elementary School?
789 students attend Galatas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Galatas Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Galatas Elementary School?
Galatas Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Galatas Elementary School offer ?
Galatas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Galatas Elementary School part of?
Galatas Elementary School is part of Conroe Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Galatas Elementary School located?
Galatas Elementary School is located in the Cochrans Crossing neighborhood of Spring, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Cochrans Crossing.
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