Southgate Stem Elementary School serves 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southgate Stem Elementary School's student population of 274 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Southgate Stem Elementary School is 0.39, 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
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
77%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
6%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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
How many students attend Southgate Stem Elementary School?
274 students attend Southgate Stem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Southgate Stem Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southgate Stem Elementary School?
Southgate Stem Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southgate Stem Elementary School offer ?
Southgate Stem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Southgate Stem Elementary School part of?
Southgate Stem Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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