Serving 625 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Norma J Paschal 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norma J Paschal Elementary School's student population of 625 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Norma J Paschal 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 Norma J Paschal Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2803 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
48%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
39%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norma J Paschal Elementary School's ranking?
Norma J Paschal Elementary School is ranked #2803 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Norma J Paschal Elementary School often compared to?
Norma J Paschal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Valley Elementary School, John A Sippel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Norma J Paschal Elementary School?
625 students attend Norma J Paschal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Norma J Paschal Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norma J Paschal Elementary School?
Norma J Paschal Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norma J Paschal Elementary School offer ?
Norma J Paschal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Norma J Paschal Elementary School part of?
Norma J Paschal Elementary School is part of Schertz-Cibolo-U City Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Norma J Paschal Elementary School located?
Norma J Paschal Elementary School is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of Schertz, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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