Central Elementary School serves 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
79%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
16%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Plainview Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
541 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Central Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Plainview Independent School District.
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