Below Average
#6654 of 8,552 schools in TX
Based on limited data
Gonzales EL
Elementary School · GONZALES ISD
1600 ST ANDREWS ST, Gonzales, TX 78629
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,654 of 8,552
In Gonzales
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
GONZALES ISD
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Gonzales EL
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About Gonzales EL
Gonzales EL is a public elementary school in Gonzales, TX, part of GONZALES ISD. Gonzales EL serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Gonzales EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,654 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Gonzales EL Compares
See how Gonzales EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1600 ST ANDREWS ST, Gonzales, TX 78629
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gonzales EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTHOFF EL (rated 9.3/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Westhoff), which scores notably higher. Another option is SHINER EL (rated 8.3/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Shiner), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEONARD SHANKLIN EL (rated 7.7/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Luling), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gonzales, see our Gonzales schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gonzales | 0.5 mi | — |
| GONZALES J H Gonzales | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| GONZALES H S Gonzales | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| GONZALES PRI ACADEMY Gonzales | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| GONZALES NORTH AVENUE Gonzales | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| LEGACY RANCH INSPIRE ACADEMY Gonzales | 11.9 mi | 3.2 |
| WAELDER SCHOOL Waelder | 15.3 mi | 4.7 |
| SHINER EL Shiner | 15.7 mi | 8.3 |
| SHINER H S Shiner | 15.7 mi | 8.0 |
| LULING H S Luling | 17.4 mi | 5.9 |
| LEONARD SHANKLIN EL Luling | 17.4 mi | 7.7 |
| GILBERT GERDES J H Luling | 17.5 mi | 5.2 |
| SHINER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Shiner | 17.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MOULTON H S Moulton | 18.1 mi | 9.2 |
| MOULTON EL Moulton | 18.2 mi | 7.3 |
| NIXON SMILEY EL Nixon | 20.1 mi | 7.4 |
| NIXON-SMILEY CISD DAEP Nixon | 20.5 mi | — |
| NIXON-SMILEY DAEP Runge | 20.5 mi | — |
| WESTHOFF EL Westhoff | 22.0 mi | 9.3 |
| YOAKUM J H Yoakum | 22.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78629 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,638
Median Home Value
$193,200
Median Rent
$812/mo
Population
12,380
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
36.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gonzales EL
What grades does Gonzales EL serve?
Gonzales EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Gonzales EL?
Gonzales EL has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gonzales EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Gonzales EL is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gonzales EL rank in TX?
Gonzales EL ranks #6,654 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Gonzales EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Gonzales EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gonzales EL a charter school?
No, Gonzales EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gonzales EL a Title I school?
No, Gonzales EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gonzales EL?
77.0% of students at Gonzales EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 512
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Gonzales County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.8%
- Phone
- (830) 672-2826
Resources & Links
District
GONZALES ISD- District Enrollment
- 2,541
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,891
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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