Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Gladys Polk Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (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 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gladys Polk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gladys Polk Elementary School's student population of 403 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gladys Polk Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladys Polk Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1371 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
35%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladys Polk Elementary School's ranking?
Gladys Polk Elementary School is ranked #1371 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Gladys Polk Elementary School?
403 students attend Gladys Polk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Gladys Polk Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gladys Polk Elementary School?
Gladys Polk Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gladys Polk Elementary School offer ?
Gladys Polk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Gladys Polk Elementary School part of?
Gladys Polk Elementary School is part of Brazosport Independent School District.
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