Serving 897 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Greathouse Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greathouse Elementary School's student population of 897 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
897 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Greathouse Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greathouse Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#3456 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
45%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Greathouse Elementary School's ranking?
Greathouse Elementary School is ranked #3456 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Greathouse Elementary School often compared to?
Greathouse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara Fasken Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Greathouse Elementary School?
897 students attend Greathouse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Greathouse Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greathouse Elementary School?
Greathouse Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greathouse Elementary School offer ?
Greathouse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Greathouse Elementary School part of?
Greathouse Elementary School is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Greathouse Elementary School located?
Greathouse Elementary School is located in the Greathouse neighborhood of Midland, TX.
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