WOODROE PETTY EL

WOODROE PETTY EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the TAFT ISD school district, located in TAFT, TX with about 557 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, WOODROE PETTY EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WOODROE PETTY ELementary School is a public primary school located in Taft, Texas, serving as a key component of the Taft Independent School District. The school is situated at 401 Peach Street and functions as a foundational institution for the local community, focusing on the academic and social development of its young learners. As part of the Taft ISD, the school adheres to the district’s broader educational goals, striving to provide a supportive environment that prepares students for the transition to middle school and beyond.

The school’s presence in Taft underscores its role in fostering neighborhood engagement and academic growth within the Coastal Bend region. By maintaining an online presence at [taftisd.net](http://www.taftisd.net), the school ensures that parents and community members have access to essential resources, such as academic calendars, district policies, and information regarding student programs. WOODROE PETTY ELementary remains dedicated to the district’s mission of cultivating student success through a structured curriculum and collaborative faculty involvement.

For more information, contact WOODROE PETTY EL at (361) 528-2636 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.