Serving 664 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joseph Gilbert 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph Gilbert Elementary School's student population of 664 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
664 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Motto
Be the difference
School Rankings
Joseph Gilbert 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 Joseph Gilbert Elementary 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
#5499 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
78%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
9%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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 Joseph Gilbert Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Gilbert Elementary School is ranked #5499 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Joseph Gilbert Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph Gilbert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Houston Elementary School, Widen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Joseph Gilbert Elementary School?
664 students attend Joseph Gilbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Joseph Gilbert Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph Gilbert Elementary School?
Joseph Gilbert Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph Gilbert Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Gilbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Joseph Gilbert Elementary School part of?
Joseph Gilbert Elementary School is part of Del Valle Independent School District.
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