Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Putegnat Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Putegnat Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Putegnat Elementary School's student population of 447 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Putegnat Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Putegnat Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#5486 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putegnat Elementary School's ranking?
Putegnat Elementary School is ranked #5486 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Putegnat Elementary School often compared to?
Putegnat Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ortiz Elementary School, Olmito Elementary School, Hudson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Putegnat Elementary School?
447 students attend Putegnat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Putegnat Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Putegnat Elementary School?
Putegnat Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Putegnat Elementary School offer ?
Putegnat Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Putegnat Elementary School part of?
Putegnat Elementary School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Putegnat Elementary School located?
Putegnat Elementary School is located in the Mitte Cultural District neighborhood of Brownsville, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Mitte Cultural District.
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