Serving 587 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Godwin 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 is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Godwin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Godwin Elementary School's student population of 587 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Godwin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Godwin Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#4698 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
20%
13%
White
32%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Godwin Elementary School's ranking?
Godwin Elementary School is ranked #4698 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Godwin Elementary School often compared to?
Godwin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harper Elementary School, Lacy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Godwin Elementary School?
587 students attend Godwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Godwin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Godwin Elementary School?
Godwin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Godwin Elementary School offer ?
Godwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Godwin Elementary School part of?
Godwin Elementary School is part of Princeton Independent School District.
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