Serving 830 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benavides Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benavides Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Benavides Elementary School's student population of 830 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
830 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benavides Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benavides 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
#1244 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
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
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benavides Elementary School's ranking?
Benavides Elementary School is ranked #1244 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Benavides Elementary School often compared to?
Benavides Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yturria Elementary School, Ortiz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Benavides Elementary School?
830 students attend Benavides Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Benavides Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benavides Elementary School?
Benavides Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benavides Elementary School offer ?
Benavides Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Benavides Elementary School part of?
Benavides Elementary School is part of Brownsville ISD School District.
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