South Elementary School serves 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 478 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
13%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Plainview Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend South Elementary School?
478 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of South Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Plainview Independent School District.
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