Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ortiz Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ortiz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ortiz Elementary School's student population of 508 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ortiz Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ortiz Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#405 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
n/a
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
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ortiz Elementary School's ranking?
Ortiz Elementary School is ranked #405 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ortiz Elementary School often compared to?
Ortiz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Putegnat Elementary School, Olmito Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Ortiz Elementary School?
508 students attend Ortiz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ortiz Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ortiz Elementary School?
Ortiz Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ortiz Elementary School offer ?
Ortiz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ortiz Elementary School part of?
Ortiz Elementary School is part of Brownsville ISD School District.
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