Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Amparo Gutierrez Elementary serves the southern part of Laredo, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 0.8 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.9 miles, reaching up to 1.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
384 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Rankings
Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#3422 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
2%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School's ranking?
Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School is ranked #3422 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School often compared to?
Amparo Gutierrez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ruiz Elementary School, Julia Bird Jones Muller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School?
384 students attend Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School?
Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School offer ?
Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School part of?
Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School is part of United Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School located?
Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School is located in the North Point Hills neighborhood of Laredo, TX.
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