Serving 920 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kolda Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 920 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kolda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kolda Elementary School's student population of 920 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
920 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Kolda Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kolda Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#732 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
20%
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
41%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Kolda Elementary School's ranking?
Kolda Elementary School is ranked #732 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Kolda Elementary School often compared to?
Kolda Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Early Childhood Development Center, Faye Webb Elementary School, Mireles Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kolda Elementary School?
920 students attend Kolda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Kolda Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kolda Elementary School?
Kolda Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kolda Elementary School offer ?
Kolda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kolda Elementary School part of?
Kolda Elementary School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Kolda Elementary School located?
Kolda Elementary School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in South Side.
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