Top Rankings
Shamrock Independent School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 1%)
For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 360 students in Shamrock Independent School District. This district's average testing ranking is 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
Public Schools in Shamrock Independent School District have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (TX)
# Schools
3 Schools
9,241 Schools
# Students
360 Students
5,517,636 Students
# Teachers
37 Teachers
371,379 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
District Rank
Shamrock Independent School District, which is ranked #858 of all 1,201 school districts in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 80% has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#772 out of 1204 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.60
0.64
# American Indian Students
6 Students
17,976 Students
% American Indian Students
2%
n/a
# Asian Students
n/a
280,730 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
5%
# Hispanic Students
120 Students
2,920,767 Students
% Hispanic Students
33%
53%
# Black Students
15 Students
706,694 Students
% Black Students
4%
13%
# White Students
194 Students
1,416,215 Students
% White Students
54%
26%
# Hawaiian Students
1 Student
8,717 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
24 Students
166,537 Students
% of Two or more races Students
7%
3%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
28
269,275
# Students in K Grade:
26
367,374
# Students in 1st Grade:
29
399,149
# Students in 2nd Grade:
24
395,722
# Students in 3rd Grade:
21
393,633
# Students in 4th Grade:
23
393,846
# Students in 5th Grade:
25
395,401
# Students in 6th Grade:
18
399,579
# Students in 7th Grade:
25
409,592
# Students in 8th Grade:
30
425,784
# Students in 9th Grade:
23
478,283
# Students in 10th Grade:
29
437,109
# Students in 11th Grade:
19
386,260
# Students in 12th Grade:
40
366,629
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $17,006 is higher than the state median of $13,417. The school district revenue/student has grown by 13% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $17,206 is higher than the state median of $14,148. The school district spending/student has grown by 15% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$6 MM
$74,029 MM
Spending
$6 MM
$78,063 MM
Revenue / Student
$17,006
$13,417
Spending / Student
$17,206
$14,148
Best Shamrock Independent School District Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Shamrock Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Illinois St
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Grades: PK-5
| 176 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Shamrock Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Illinois
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Grades: 6-8
| 73 students
Rank: #33.
Shamrock High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 S Illinois
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Shamrock, TX 79079
(806) 256-3492
Grades: 9-12
| 111 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Shamrock Independent School District?
Shamrock Independent School District manages 3 public schools serving 360 students.
What is the rank of Shamrock Independent School District?
Shamrock Independent School District is ranked #858 out of 1,201 school districts in Texas (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2021-2022 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Texas school districts for: Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Shamrock Independent School District?
54% of Shamrock Independent School District students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Shamrock Independent School District?
Shamrock Independent School District has a student/teacher ratio of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 15:1.
What is Shamrock Independent School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $17,206 is higher than the state median of $14,148. The school district spending/student has grown by 15% over four school years.
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
