Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Angela Gerusa Leal 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 35-39% (which is lower than 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary serves the eastern part of San Benito, TX, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Families within the zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest distance from the school to the zone's edge being around 2.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary School's student population of 351 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Angela Gerusa Leal 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 Angela Gerusa Leal 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
#5798 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary School's ranking?
Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary School is ranked #5798 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?
35-39% 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 Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary School?
351 students attend Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary School?
Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary School offer ?
Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary School part of?
Angela Gerusa Leal Elementary School is part of San Benito CISD School District.
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