Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Porter 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Porter Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Porter Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Porter Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#2473 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
11%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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
What is Porter Elementary School's ranking?
Porter Elementary School is ranked #2473 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Porter Elementary School?
427 students attend Porter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Porter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Porter Elementary School?
Porter Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Porter Elementary School offer ?
Porter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Porter Elementary School part of?
Porter Elementary School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Porter Elementary School located?
Porter Elementary School is located in the Palos Verdes neighborhood of Mesquite, TX.
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