Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Newton 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Newton Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newton 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 Newton Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#4171 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
54%
Black
31%
13%
White
58%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton Elementary School's ranking?
Newton Elementary School is ranked #4171 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Newton Elementary School often compared to?
Newton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merryville High School, Deweyville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Newton Elementary School?
359 students attend Newton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Newton Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton Elementary School?
Newton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newton Elementary School offer ?
Newton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Newton Elementary School part of?
Newton Elementary School is part of Newton Independent School District.
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