Serving 580 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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: A M OCHOA EL serves the northeast part of Donna, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school being about 1.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
A M Ochoa Elementary School's student population of 580 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
580 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2023. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2001–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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?
580 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 17:1, 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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