North Elementary School serves 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Elementary School's student population of 520 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
8%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend North Elementary School?
520 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North Elementary School is part of Plainview Independent School District.
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