The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 85-89% (which was higher than the Texas state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 80-84% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 88%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students (09-10)
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)85-89%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)80-84%
88%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(09-10)79%
49%
Black
(09-10)1%
14%
White
(09-10)20%
33%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
75%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% TX state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 88% TX state average).
How many students attend Petersburg Elementary School?
163 students attend Petersburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Petersburg Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Petersburg Elementary School offer ?
Petersburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Petersburg Elementary School part of?
Petersburg Elementary School is part of Petersburg Independent School District.
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