Woodroe Petty Elementary School

Direction401 Peach Streeet, Taft, TX, 78390
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Public School TAFT ISD Elementary School

Accountability Ratings

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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 52
Student Progress 59
Closing Performance Gaps 66
Overall 59

Distinction Designations

Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to Woodroe Petty Elementary School, a vibrant educational community nestled in the heart of Taft, Texas. Located at 401 Peach Street, our school is a proud member of the TAFT ISD family, dedicated to fostering an environment where every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally.

At Woodroe Petty Elementary, we believe in the power of quality education. Our dedicated team of 24 professional teachers, who boast an average of 7 years of experience, are committed to delivering personalized and innovative teaching methods. With an average tenure of 5 years at our school, our teachers have developed a deep understanding of our community's needs, allowing them to tailor their instruction to maximize student engagement and learning outcomes.

Our school currently serves 394 enthusiastic students, maintaining an excellent student-to-teacher ratio of 16.80. This ensures that each child receives the attention and support necessary to excel. We are also supported by 14 devoted educational aides, who play a crucial role in enriching our learning environment and enhancing our educational practices.

At Woodroe Petty Elementary, we are more than just a school; we are a community. We encourage prospective families and individuals who are looking for a place where education is a partnership among students, teachers, and parents, to join us. Our goal is to prepare our students not just academically, but as well-rounded individuals ready to conquer whatever paths they choose in the future.

For more information or to arrange a visit, please contact us at (361) 528-2636 ext:5622. Discover how Woodroe Petty Elementary can be the key to your child's successful and fulfilling educational journey. We look forward to welcoming you to our school family!

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
EE-05
Enrollment
390
Is Charter
No
Address
401 PEACH STREEET, TAFT, TX, 78390
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Principal
MS MELISSA SUE PITTMAN
School District
Phone
(361) 528-2636 ext:5622
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Woodroe Petty Elementary School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 1 0.26%
Hispanic 304 78.55%
White 79 20.41%
Asian 1 0.26%
Native American 0 0.00%
Two or More Races 2 0.52%
Total Students 387 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 344 88.89%
Limited English Proficiency 10 2.58%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 10 2.58%
Gifted & Talented 7 1.81%
Special Education 74 19.12%
Teacher Student Ratio 15.40 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 1 3.97%
20 - 30 years 2 7.14%
10 - 20 years 4 15.87%
6 - 10 years 2 9.52%
1- 5 years 8 31.75%
Beginning Teacher 8 31.75%
Teacher Experience Average 7.30 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 4.80 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 25 100%
Female Teachers 23 90.48 %
Male Teachers 2 9.52 %
School Admin 3
School Support 4
Edu Aids 11
Special Education 2

Woodroe Petty Elementary School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 48% 51% 50% 28% %
African American % % % % %
Hispanic 46% 50% 48% 27% %
White 64% 63% 88% 33% %
Asian % % % % %
Two or More Races 50% *% *% *% %
Economically Disadvantaged 47% 51% 50% 25% %
Male Students 47% 47% 51% 38% %
Female Students 48% 56% 50% 21% %
Special Education 26% 26% 29% 17% %
Limited English Proficiency 71% *% *% *% %

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