Yorktown EL

Yorktown Elementary serves 259 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in this tight-knit DeWitt County community. With 25 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more personalized attention and smaller class sizes that can benefit young learners. The school has earned recognition for its performance, ranking #1533 out of 8598 Texas elementary schools and placing in the 82nd percentile statewide.

This strong ranking reflects well on the school's commitment to elementary education in a rural setting. The MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 indicates solid overall performance across various measures. Yorktown Elementary draws students from a community where the median household income is $58,750 and median home values average $168,000.

The area has a 13.1% poverty rate, and about 13% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. These demographics reflect a working-class community that values education and supports its local school. Located in remote rural Texas, Yorktown Elementary operates in a setting where community connections run deep and the school likely serves as an important hub for families throughout the surrounding agricultural area.

While current test scores at Yorktown EL are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Yorktown EL may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.