Very Good
#3299 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 39% in state
Paducah School
School · PADUCAH ISD
PO DRAWER P, Paducah, TX 79248
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,299 of 8,552
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Paducah School
Paducah School is a public school in Paducah, TX, part of PADUCAH ISD. Paducah School serves approximately 161 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Paducah School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,299 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Paducah School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 161 students, Paducah School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Paducah School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Paducah School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Paducah School — Students at Paducah School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Paducah School Compares
See how Paducah School 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
PO DRAWER P, Paducah, TX 79248
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paducah School may also want to explore other schools in the area. CHILDRESS H S (rated 9.1/10, 29.6 miles away, in nearby Childress), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHILDRESS J H (rated 8.2/10, 29.2 miles away, in nearby Childress), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GUTHRIE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 27.0 miles away, in nearby Guthrie), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paducah, see our Paducah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
4 within 29.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GUTHRIE SCHOOL Guthrie | 27.0 mi | 8.1 |
| CHILDRESS EL Childress | 28.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CHILDRESS J H Childress | 29.2 mi | 8.2 |
| CHILDRESS H S Childress | 29.6 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79248 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,359
Median Home Value
$49,700
Median Rent
$323/mo
Population
1,124
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
76.2%
Poverty Rate
26.5%
Median Age
44.2
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| ADRIAN SCHOOL Adrian, TX | 7.0 |
| BROOKESMITH SCHOOL Brookesmith, TX | 7.0 |
| BUCKHOLTS SCHOOL Buckholts, TX | 7.0 |
| CROWELL SCHOOL Crowell, TX | 7.0 |
| LORENZO ISD Lorenzo, TX | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paducah School
What grades does Paducah School serve?
Paducah School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Paducah School?
Paducah School has an enrollment of approximately 161 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paducah School?
The student-teacher ratio at Paducah School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paducah School rank in TX?
Paducah School ranks #3,299 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Paducah School's MySchoolScout rating?
Paducah School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Paducah School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paducah School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Paducah School a charter school?
No, Paducah School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paducah School a Title I school?
No, Paducah School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paducah School?
73.3% of students at Paducah School 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 161
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Cottle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.2%
- Phone
- (806) 524-2009
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
PADUCAH ISD- District Enrollment
- 161
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,646
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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