Serving 426 students in grades 2-5, Natalia 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Natalia Elementary School's student population of 426 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Rankings
Natalia 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 Natalia Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#6020 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
85%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
14%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natalia Elementary School's ranking?
Natalia Elementary School is ranked #6020 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Natalia Elementary School often compared to?
Natalia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John J Ciavarra Elementary School, Natalia High School, Lacoste Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Natalia Elementary School?
426 students attend Natalia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Natalia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Natalia Elementary School?
Natalia Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Natalia Elementary School offer ?
Natalia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Natalia Elementary School part of?
Natalia Elementary School is part of Natalia Independent School District.
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