Margaret Galubenski Achievement Center serves 17 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 88%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
17 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥50%
88%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
35%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Margaret Galubenski Achievement Center?
17 students attend Margaret Galubenski Achievement Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Margaret Galubenski Achievement Center students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Margaret Galubenski Achievement Center?
Margaret Galubenski Achievement Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Margaret Galubenski Achievement Center offer ?
Margaret Galubenski Achievement Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Margaret Galubenski Achievement Center part of?
Margaret Galubenski Achievement Center is part of Gainesville Independent School District.
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