Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blanca E Sanchez ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blanca E Sanchez serves the northern part of McAllen, TX, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanca E Sanchez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Blanca E Sanchez's student population of 502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Blanca E Sanchez ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanca E Sanchez is 0.08, 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
#1404 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanca E Sanchez's ranking?
Blanca E Sanchez is ranked #1404 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Blanca E Sanchez often compared to?
Blanca E Sanchezis often viewed alongside schools like Garza Elementary School, Canterbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Blanca E Sanchez?
502 students attend Blanca E Sanchez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Blanca E Sanchez students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blanca E Sanchez?
Blanca E Sanchez has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blanca E Sanchez offer ?
Blanca E Sanchez offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Blanca E Sanchez part of?
Blanca E Sanchez is part of Mcallen Independent School District.
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