Serving 214 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Golden Rule Southwest 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Rule Southwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Golden Rule Southwest's student population of 214 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
214 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Golden Rule Southwest 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 Golden Rule Southwest is 0.00, 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
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Golden Rule Charter School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Rule Southwest's ranking?
Golden Rule Southwest is ranked #5247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Golden Rule Southwest?
214 students attend Golden Rule Southwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Golden Rule Southwest students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Rule Southwest?
Golden Rule Southwest has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Golden Rule Southwest offer ?
Golden Rule Southwest offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Golden Rule Southwest part of?
Golden Rule Southwest is part of Golden Rule Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Golden Rule Southwest located?
Golden Rule Southwest is located in the Riverway Estates And Bruton Terrace neighborhood of Desoto, TX.
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