Serving 105 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Cotton Center School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cotton Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cotton Center School's student population of 105 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in the Learning of Knowledge and Skills!
School Rankings
Cotton Center School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cotton Center School is 0.56, 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
#2478 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
45%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cotton Center School's ranking?
Cotton Center School is ranked #2478 out of 8,096 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cotton Center School?
The graduation rate of Cotton Center School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cotton Center School?
105 students attend Cotton Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Cotton Center School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cotton Center School?
Cotton Center School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cotton Center School offer ?
Cotton Center School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Cotton Center School part of?
Cotton Center School is part of Cotton Center Independent School District.
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