Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Capt D Salinas Ii 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: CAPT D SALINAS II EL serves the northwest part of Donna, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Capt D Salinas Ii 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 Capt D Salinas Ii 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
#5107 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
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
100%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School's ranking?
Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School is ranked #5107 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School?
457 students attend Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School?
Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School offer ?
Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School part of?
Capt D Salinas Ii Elementary School is part of Donna Independent School District.
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