Serving 670 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Harry Shimotsu Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School's student population of 670 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry Shimotsu Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#699 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
84%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
8%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry Shimotsu Elementary School's ranking?
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School is ranked #699 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harry Shimotsu Elementary School often compared to?
Harry Shimotsu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lloyd & Dolly Bentsen Elementary School, Ruben Hinojosa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harry Shimotsu Elementary School?
670 students attend Harry Shimotsu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Harry Shimotsu Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry Shimotsu Elementary School?
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harry Shimotsu Elementary School offer ?
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Harry Shimotsu Elementary School part of?
Harry Shimotsu Elementary School is part of Sharyland Independent School District.
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