Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Yeager Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yeager Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yeager Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yeager Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
8%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yeager Elementary School's ranking?
Yeager Elementary School is ranked #5247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Yeager Elementary School?
274 students attend Yeager Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Yeager Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yeager Elementary School?
Yeager Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yeager Elementary School offer ?
Yeager Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Yeager Elementary School part of?
Yeager Elementary School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Yeager Elementary School located?
Yeager Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in South Side.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Teachers refuse to change with the times. Students are reprimanded for being creative in play and are told that recess will be withheld if teacher doesn't feel like it. Teachers show preference for certain students and are upset when asked why they let 5 year olds watch tv in the classroom.
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