Serving 98 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Petronila Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petronila Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Petronila Elementary School's student population of 98 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Petronila Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Petronila Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#730 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
77%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
21%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
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 Petronila Elementary School's ranking?
Petronila Elementary School is ranked #730 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Petronila Elementary School?
98 students attend Petronila Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Petronila Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Petronila Elementary School?
Petronila Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Petronila Elementary School offer ?
Petronila Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Petronila Elementary School part of?
Petronila Elementary School is part of Bishop CISD School District.
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