Serving 1,105 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Needville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 1,105 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Needville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Needville Elementary School's student population of 1,105 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
1,105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Fighting Blue Jays
School Rankings
Needville 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 Needville Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1194 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
51%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
42%
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
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fighting Blue Jays
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Needville Elementary School's ranking?
Needville Elementary School is ranked #1194 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?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Needville Elementary School?
1,105 students attend Needville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Needville Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Needville Elementary School?
Needville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Needville Elementary School offer ?
Needville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Needville Elementary School part of?
Needville Elementary School is part of Needville Independent School District.
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