Serving 51 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benavides 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benavides Elementary serves the northern part of Zapata, TX, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 597 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the zone extending up to 33.6 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benavides Elementary School's student population of 51 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
51 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benavides 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 Benavides 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
#5239 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
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 2003–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Benavides Elementary School's ranking?
Benavides Elementary School is ranked #5239 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Benavides Elementary School?
51 students attend Benavides Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Benavides Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benavides Elementary School?
Benavides Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower 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 Zapata County Independent School District.
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