Serving 1,042 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Gilmer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 1,042 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gilmer Elementary School's student population of 1,042 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
1,042 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gilmer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilmer 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
#3140 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
24%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
56%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilmer Elementary School's ranking?
Gilmer Elementary School is ranked #3140 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gilmer Elementary School often compared to?
Gilmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony 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 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gilmer Elementary School?
1,042 students attend Gilmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Gilmer Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilmer Elementary School?
Gilmer Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilmer Elementary School offer ?
Gilmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Gilmer Elementary School part of?
Gilmer Elementary School is part of Gilmer Independent School District.
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