Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southmost Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 98% 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: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southmost Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Southmost Elementary School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Southmost Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southmost Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1265 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
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
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Southmost Elementary School's ranking?
Southmost Elementary School is ranked #1265 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Southmost Elementary School?
345 students attend Southmost Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Southmost Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southmost Elementary School?
Southmost Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southmost Elementary School offer ?
Southmost Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Southmost Elementary School part of?
Southmost Elementary School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Southmost Elementary School located?
Southmost Elementary School is located in the Southmost neighborhood of Brownsville, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Southmost.
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