Rockdale Elementary School serves 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rockdale Elementary School's student population of 272 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rockdale 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
52%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
32%
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
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 schools are Rockdale Elementary School often compared to?
Rockdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milano Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Rockdale Elementary School?
272 students attend Rockdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Rockdale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockdale Elementary School?
Rockdale Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rockdale Elementary School offer ?
Rockdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Rockdale Elementary School part of?
Rockdale Elementary School is part of Rockdale Independent School District.
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