Serving 535 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Godley 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Godley Elementary School's student population of 535 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Godley Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)40-44%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
64%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 schools are Godley Elementary School often compared to?
Godley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy At Nola Dunn by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% TX state average).
How many students attend Godley Elementary School?
535 students attend Godley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Godley Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Godley Elementary School?
Godley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Godley Elementary School offer ?
Godley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Godley Elementary School part of?
Godley Elementary School is part of Godley ISD School District.
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