District Overview
Located at 301 E Parker St in Elkhart, Texas, Elkhart Independent School District serves as an essential educational cornerstone for families in a distant rural community within the greater Palestine area. Operating as an active, traditional public school system across four school campuses, the district provides a comprehensive educational pipeline spanning from early childhood pre-kindergarten programs through 12th-grade graduation. Currently serving 1,187 students, Elkhart ISD maintains a balanced enrollment across all primary and secondary grade levels, creating a cohesive PK–12 learning environment that fosters continuous academic and personal growth.

To support its student body, the district maintains a substantial workforce of over 340 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes approximately 175 classroom teachers alongside more than 31 instructional aides, allowing for an exceptionally favorable student-to-teacher ratio that facilitates small-group instruction and individualized mentorship. An additional 134 dedicated support staff personnel ensure smooth daily operations, facility maintenance, and student services across campuses. Families, prospective residents, and researchers interested in learning more about the district's educational offerings and campus life can connect with administrative staff at (903) 764-2952 or visit their online portal at elkhartisd.org.
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Total Schools
1,187
Total Students
175.5
Full-Time Teachers
6.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ELKHART ISD
Demographic Student Count
White919
Hispanic165
Black45
Asian4
Two or More50
American Indian3
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    919 (77.4%)
  • Hispanic
    165 (13.9%)
  • Two or More
    50 (4.2%)
  • Black
    45 (3.8%)
  • Asian
    4 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in ELKHART ISD
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High1
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:4
Students:1,187*
Teachers (FTE):175.5*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.8
Schools in ELKHART ISD
Found 5 Schools