Serving 308 students in grades 3-5, Cameron 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cameron Elementary serves the entire district of Cameron, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 316.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 9.7 miles and the furthest edge located 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cameron Elementary School's student population of 308 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
308 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Together We the Yoemen Stand!
School Rankings
Cameron 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 Cameron Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#5547 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
55%
54%
Black
11%
13%
White
31%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cameron Elementary School's ranking?
Cameron Elementary School is ranked #5547 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cameron Elementary School?
308 students attend Cameron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cameron Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cameron Elementary School?
Cameron Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cameron Elementary School offer ?
Cameron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Cameron Elementary School part of?
Cameron Elementary School is part of Cameron Independent School District.
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