Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Rowena Johnson Primary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rowena Johnson Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rowena Johnson Primary's student population of 327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Rowena Johnson Primary ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rowena Johnson Primary is 0.63, 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
#3501 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
18%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
55%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 Rowena Johnson Primary's ranking?
Rowena Johnson Primary is ranked #3501 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Rowena Johnson Primary?
327 students attend Rowena Johnson Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Rowena Johnson Primary students are White, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rowena Johnson Primary?
Rowena Johnson Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rowena Johnson Primary offer ?
Rowena Johnson Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Rowena Johnson Primary part of?
Rowena Johnson Primary is part of Sulphur Springs Independent School District.
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