Serving 339 students in grades 1-2, Tatom Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tatom Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tatom Elementary School is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
29%
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
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Tatom Elementary School?
339 students attend Tatom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Tatom Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tatom Elementary School?
Tatom Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tatom Elementary School offer ?
Tatom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Tatom Elementary School part of?
Tatom Elementary School is part of Monahans-Wickett-Pyote Independent School District.
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