Serving 691 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Providence Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Providence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Providence Elementary School's student population of 691 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Providence Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Providence Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#5544 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
42%
13%
White
23%
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
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Providence Elementary School's ranking?
Providence Elementary School is ranked #5544 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Providence Elementary School often compared to?
Providence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James A Monaco by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Providence Elementary School?
691 students attend Providence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Providence Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Providence Elementary School?
Providence Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Providence Elementary School offer ?
Providence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Providence Elementary School part of?
Providence Elementary School is part of Denton Independent School District.
School Reviews
4 4/14/2021
The methodology, structure and academic requirements are not adapted to the academic needs of the slowest children. Too many homework and jobs children do not to be considered average.
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