Serving 77 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Patton Springs School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patton Springs School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Patton Springs School's student population of 77 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
77 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Patton Springs School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patton Springs School is 0.51, 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
#1573 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
56%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patton Springs School's ranking?
Patton Springs School is ranked #1573 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Patton Springs School often compared to?
Patton Springs Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guthrie School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patton Springs School?
The graduation rate of Patton Springs School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Patton Springs School?
77 students attend Patton Springs School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Patton Springs School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Patton Springs School?
Patton Springs School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patton Springs School offer ?
Patton Springs School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Patton Springs School part of?
Patton Springs School is part of Patton Springs Independent School District.
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