Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pinkerton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher 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 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinkerton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pinkerton Elementary School's student population of 368 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Pinkerton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinkerton Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#227 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
6%
Hispanic
11%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
41%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinkerton Elementary School's ranking?
Pinkerton Elementary School is ranked #227 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pinkerton Elementary School often compared to?
Pinkerton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pinkerton Elementary School?
368 students attend Pinkerton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Pinkerton Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinkerton Elementary School?
Pinkerton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pinkerton Elementary School offer ?
Pinkerton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pinkerton Elementary School part of?
Pinkerton Elementary School is part of Coppell Independent School District.
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