Serving 651 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 651 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
651 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South 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 South Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#6928 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
5%
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
89%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Midland Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #6928 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are South Elementary School often compared to?
South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pease Communications/technology Academy, Midland Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
651 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of South Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 30:1, 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-6
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Midland Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is South Elementary School located?
South Elementary School is located in the Southern neighborhood of Midland, TX.
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