Serving 388 students in grades 3-5, Poteet Intermediate 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poteet Intermediate School's student population of 388 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Poteet Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poteet Intermediate 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
#6188 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
11%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poteet Intermediate School's ranking?
Poteet Intermediate School is ranked #6188 out of 8,188 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Poteet Intermediate School?
388 students attend Poteet Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Poteet Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poteet Intermediate School?
Poteet Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poteet Intermediate School offer ?
Poteet Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Poteet Intermediate School part of?
Poteet Intermediate School is part of Poteet Independent School District.
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