Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alto Bonito Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alto Bonito Elementary serves the eastern part of Rio Grande City's school district, covering an area of approximately 101.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 14.9 miles to the nearest boundary and up to 21.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alto Bonito Elementary School's student population of 588 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alto Bonito 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 Alto Bonito 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
#6721 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
100%
54%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alto Bonito Elementary School's ranking?
Alto Bonito Elementary School is ranked #6721 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alto Bonito Elementary School often compared to?
Alto Bonito Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grulla Elementary School, Idea Rio Grande City Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Alto Bonito Elementary School?
588 students attend Alto Bonito Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Alto Bonito Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alto Bonito Elementary School?
Alto Bonito Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alto Bonito Elementary School offer ?
Alto Bonito Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Alto Bonito Elementary School part of?
Alto Bonito Elementary School is part of Rio Grande City Grulla Independent School District.
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