Serving 630 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joe M Pirtle Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joe M Pirtle Elementary School's student population of 630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joe M Pirtle Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joe M Pirtle Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1996 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
49%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe M Pirtle Elementary School's ranking?
Joe M Pirtle Elementary School is ranked #1996 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Joe M Pirtle Elementary School often compared to?
Joe M Pirtle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Elementary School, Tarver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Joe M Pirtle Elementary School?
630 students attend Joe M Pirtle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Joe M Pirtle Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joe M Pirtle Elementary School?
Joe M Pirtle Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joe M Pirtle Elementary School offer ?
Joe M Pirtle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Joe M Pirtle Elementary School part of?
Joe M Pirtle Elementary School is part of Belton Independent School District.
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