Serving 800 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Don Jeter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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-5
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Don Jeter Elementary School's student population of 800 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
800 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Motto
IN ALVIN ISD WE ARE BUILDING A LEGACY COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE FOCUSED ON THE FUTURE
School Rankings
Don Jeter 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 Don Jeter Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4506 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
47%
54%
Black
37%
13%
White
5%
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
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Jeter Elementary School's ranking?
Don Jeter Elementary School is ranked #4506 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Don Jeter Elementary School often compared to?
Don Jeter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Rose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Don Jeter Elementary School?
800 students attend Don Jeter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Don Jeter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Don Jeter Elementary School?
Don Jeter Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Don Jeter Elementary School offer ?
Don Jeter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Don Jeter Elementary School part of?
Don Jeter Elementary School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
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