Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, North Zulch Elementary/secondary ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Zulch Elementary/secondary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
North Zulch Elementary/secondary's student population of 358 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Zulch Elementary/secondary ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Zulch Elementary/secondary is 0.42, 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
#1903 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
74%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Zulch Elementary/secondary's ranking?
North Zulch Elementary/secondary is ranked #1903 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Zulch Elementary/secondary often compared to?
North Zulch Elementary/secondaryis often viewed alongside schools like Madisonville Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Zulch Elementary/secondary?
The graduation rate of North Zulch Elementary/secondary is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Zulch Elementary/secondary?
358 students attend North Zulch Elementary/secondary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of North Zulch Elementary/secondary students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Zulch Elementary/secondary?
North Zulch Elementary/secondary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Zulch Elementary/secondary offer ?
North Zulch Elementary/secondary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is North Zulch Elementary/secondary part of?
North Zulch Elementary/secondary is part of North Zulch Independent School District.
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