Gonzales Elementary School serves 512 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gonzales Elementary School's student population of 512 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gonzales Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
25%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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
How many students attend Gonzales Elementary School?
512 students attend Gonzales Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gonzales Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gonzales Elementary School?
Gonzales Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gonzales Elementary School offer ?
Gonzales Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Gonzales Elementary School part of?
Gonzales Elementary School is part of Gonzales Independent School District.
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