Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, A M Ochoa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A M Ochoa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
A M Ochoa Elementary School's student population of 603 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
A M Ochoa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A M Ochoa Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#5307 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
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
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A M Ochoa Elementary School's ranking?
A M Ochoa Elementary School is ranked #5307 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend A M Ochoa Elementary School?
603 students attend A M Ochoa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of A M Ochoa Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of A M Ochoa Elementary School?
A M Ochoa Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does A M Ochoa Elementary School offer ?
A M Ochoa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is A M Ochoa Elementary School part of?
A M Ochoa Elementary School is part of Donna Independent School District.
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