Serving 425 students in grades 5-6, Gilmer Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilmer Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gilmer Intermediate School's student population of 425 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gilmer Intermediate School 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 Gilmer Intermediate School 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
#3403 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
19%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
56%
24%
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilmer Intermediate School's ranking?
Gilmer Intermediate School is ranked #3403 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gilmer Intermediate School often compared to?
Gilmer Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Diana Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gilmer Intermediate School?
425 students attend Gilmer Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Gilmer Intermediate School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilmer Intermediate School?
Gilmer Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilmer Intermediate School offer ?
Gilmer Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Gilmer Intermediate School part of?
Gilmer Intermediate School is part of Gilmer Independent School District.
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