Tatum Elementary School serves 591 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tatum Elementary School's student population of 591 students has grown by 84% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tatum Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Hispanic
47%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
44%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Tatum Elementary School often compared to?
Tatum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naomi Press Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Tatum Elementary School?
591 students attend Tatum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Tatum Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tatum Elementary School?
Tatum Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tatum Elementary School offer ?
Tatum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Tatum Elementary School part of?
Tatum Elementary School is part of Farmersville Independent School District.
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