Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paloma Creek 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 19% (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 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paloma Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Paloma Creek Elementary School's student population of 616 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paloma Creek 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 Paloma Creek Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#6675 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
45%
13%
White
25%
26%
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
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paloma Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Paloma Creek Elementary School is ranked #6675 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Paloma Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Paloma Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Elementary School, Cesar Chavez Elementary School, Savannah Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% 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 Paloma Creek Elementary School?
616 students attend Paloma Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Paloma Creek Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paloma Creek Elementary School?
Paloma Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paloma Creek Elementary School offer ?
Paloma Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Paloma Creek Elementary School part of?
Paloma Creek Elementary School is part of Denton Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Paloma Creek Elementary School located?
Paloma Creek Elementary School is located in the Paloma Creek neighborhood of Aubrey, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Paloma Creek.
School Reviews
2 3/31/2022
My daughter has been at Paloma Creek Elementary for 3 years. I cannot say enough good things about Principal Mead and Vice-Principal Hawkins. They both are very passionate. You can just feel the love they have for their students. I also really appreciate the teachers and the rest of the staff. Especially, her 2nd-grade teacher. My daughter struggled with reading and writing. Her 2nd-grade teacher instilled a love for reading and now she's reading chapter books. I am truly grateful for her teacher.
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