Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-5, De Zavala Elementary School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
De Zavala Elementary School's student population of 589 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
De Zavala Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of De Zavala 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
#3080 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
18%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is De Zavala Elementary School's ranking?
De Zavala Elementary School is ranked #3080 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are De Zavala Elementary School often compared to?
De Zavala Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Place Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend De Zavala Elementary School?
589 students attend De Zavala Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of De Zavala Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of De Zavala Elementary School?
De Zavala Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does De Zavala Elementary School offer ?
De Zavala Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is De Zavala Elementary School part of?
De Zavala Elementary School is part of Goose Creek CISD School District.
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