Serving 237 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Goldthwaite 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goldthwaite Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Goldthwaite Elementary School's student population of 237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Goldthwaite Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goldthwaite Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1278 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
63%
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
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Goldthwaite Elementary School's ranking?
Goldthwaite Elementary School is ranked #1278 out of 8,096 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 44% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Goldthwaite Elementary School?
237 students attend Goldthwaite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Goldthwaite Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goldthwaite Elementary School?
Goldthwaite Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Goldthwaite Elementary School offer ?
Goldthwaite Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Goldthwaite Elementary School part of?
Goldthwaite Elementary School is part of Goldthwaite Independent School District.
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