Serving 669 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Oppe Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oppe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oppe Elementary School's student population of 669 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
669 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oppe Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oppe 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1507 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
45%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
42%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Galveston Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oppe Elementary School's ranking?
Oppe Elementary School is ranked #1507 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Oppe Elementary School often compared to?
Oppe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Oppe Elementary School?
669 students attend Oppe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Oppe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oppe Elementary School?
Oppe Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oppe Elementary School offer ?
Oppe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Oppe Elementary School part of?
Oppe Elementary School is part of Galveston Independent School District.
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