Northside Primary serves 441 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northside Primary's student population of 441 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northside Primary is 0.71, which is more 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
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
26%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Northside Primary?
441 students attend Northside Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Northside Primary students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside Primary?
Northside Primary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside Primary offer ?
Northside Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1
What school district is Northside Primary part of?
Northside Primary is part of Palestine Independent School District.
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