Serving 863 students in grades 5-6, Elgin Intermediate 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 15% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elgin Intermediate School's student population of 863 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
863 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Elgin Intermediate 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 Elgin Intermediate School is 0.38, 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
#7533 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
78%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
10%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elgin Intermediate School's ranking?
Elgin Intermediate School is ranked #7533 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Elgin Intermediate School?
863 students attend Elgin Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Elgin Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elgin Intermediate School?
Elgin Intermediate School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elgin Intermediate School offer ?
Elgin Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Elgin Intermediate School part of?
Elgin Intermediate School is part of Elgin Independent School District.
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