Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Poth Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Poth Elementary School's student population of 455 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
455 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Building brighter futures one student at a time.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Poth Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poth Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1817 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
38%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
62%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poth Elementary School's ranking?
Poth Elementary School is ranked #1817 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Poth Elementary School often compared to?
Poth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Floresville South Elementary School, Stockdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Poth Elementary School?
455 students attend Poth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Poth Elementary School students are White, and 38% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poth Elementary School?
Poth Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poth Elementary School offer ?
Poth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Poth Elementary School part of?
Poth Elementary School is part of Poth Independent School District.
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