Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olmito Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olmito Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Olmito Elementary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olmito Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olmito Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#2030 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olmito Elementary School's ranking?
Olmito Elementary School is ranked #2030 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Olmito Elementary School often compared to?
Olmito Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ortiz Elementary School, Putegnat Elementary School, Hudson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Olmito Elementary School?
562 students attend Olmito Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Olmito Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olmito Elementary School?
Olmito Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olmito Elementary School offer ?
Olmito Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Olmito Elementary School part of?
Olmito Elementary School is part of Los Fresnos CISD School District.
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