School Overview
**STORY Intermediate School** is a public educational institution located in Palestine, Texas, serving students in grades 4 and 5. As part of the Palestine Independent School District (PISD), the school focuses on bridging the gap between elementary education and middle school by providing a structured environment that emphasizes both core academic development and social-emotional growth. The school is committed to creating a supportive campus culture where students are encouraged to build foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies while preparing for the increased rigor of the upper grade levels.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Palestine ISD, which prioritizes student success through innovative instruction, community involvement, and the effective use of technology. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between teachers, parents, and students, STORY Intermediate strives to ensure that every learner receives the personalized attention necessary to excel. With its central location on Loop 256, the school serves as a vital hub for the local community, dedicated to equipping students with the critical thinking and character traits required for long-term academic and personal success.
670
Total Students
41.1
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for STORY INT
Demographic Student Count
White173
Hispanic297
Black164
Asian7
Two or More28
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    297 (44.3%)
  • White
    173 (25.8%)
  • Black
    164 (24.5%)
  • Two or More
    28 (4.2%)
  • Asian
    7 (1.0%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: PALESTINE ISD
Phone: (903)731-8015
Website: http://www.palestineschools.org
Grade Range: 4th - 6th
Total Students: 670
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 41.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 526
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 17
Grades Taught
Grade 4 206
Grade 5 224
Grade 6 240

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for STORY INT
Grade Student Count
Grade 4206
Grade 5224
Grade 6240
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for STORY INT
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female31647.2%
Male35452.8%