Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peete Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peete Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Peete Elementary School's student population of 401 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Successful Student Outcomes
School Rankings
Peete Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peete Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#5689 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
52%
53%
Black
40%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
6%
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
What is Peete Elementary School's ranking?
Peete Elementary School is ranked #5689 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Peete Elementary School often compared to?
Peete Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Griffin Elementary School, Cumberland Academy Lower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Peete Elementary School?
401 students attend Peete Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Peete Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peete Elementary School?
Peete Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peete Elementary School offer ?
Peete Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Peete Elementary School part of?
Peete Elementary School is part of Tyler Independent School District.
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