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Gilmer Elementary School

1625 Us Hwy 271 N
Gilmer, TX 75644
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,224 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Gilmer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 1,224 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 50% in TX
  • : 52% (Top 30%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Gilmer Elementary School's student population of 1,224 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
1,224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Gilmer Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilmer Elementary School is 0.63, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#3140 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
52%
44%
48%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
55%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gilmer Elementary School's ranking?
Gilmer Elementary School is ranked #3140 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gilmer Elementary School often compared to?
Gilmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gilmer Elementary School?
1,224 students attend Gilmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Gilmer Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilmer Elementary School?
Gilmer Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilmer Elementary School offer ?
Gilmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Gilmer Elementary School part of?
Gilmer Elementary School is part of Gilmer Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 1,224 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 52% (Top 30%)
  • : 48% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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