Serving 892 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Potranco Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 892 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potranco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Potranco Elementary School's student population of 892 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
892 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Potranco Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potranco Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1234 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
66%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Potranco Elementary School's ranking?
Potranco Elementary School is ranked #1234 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Potranco Elementary School often compared to?
Potranco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Langley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Potranco Elementary School?
892 students attend Potranco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Potranco Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potranco Elementary School?
Potranco Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Potranco Elementary School offer ?
Potranco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Potranco Elementary School part of?
Potranco Elementary School is part of Medina Valley Independent School District.
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