Serving 565 students in grades 3-5, Gonzales North Avenue 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gonzales North Avenue's student population of 565 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gonzales North Avenue 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 Gonzales North Avenue is 0.49, 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
#4898 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
24%
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
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Gonzales North Avenue's ranking?
Gonzales North Avenue is ranked #4898 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gonzales North Avenue?
565 students attend Gonzales North Avenue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Gonzales North Avenue students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gonzales North Avenue?
Gonzales North Avenue has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gonzales North Avenue offer ?
Gonzales North Avenue offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Gonzales North Avenue part of?
Gonzales North Avenue is part of Gonzales Independent School District.
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