Serving 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carmen V Avila Elementary School ranks in the top 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carmen V Avila Elementary serves the southeast part of Edinburg, TX, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carmen V Avila Elementary School's student population of 636 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
636 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed To Excellence
School Rankings
Carmen V Avila Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmen V Avila 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
#3961 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
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)33.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmen V Avila Elementary School's ranking?
Carmen V Avila Elementary School is ranked #3961 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carmen V Avila Elementary School?
636 students attend Carmen V Avila Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Carmen V Avila Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmen V Avila Elementary School?
Carmen V Avila Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carmen V Avila Elementary School offer ?
Carmen V Avila Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carmen V Avila Elementary School part of?
Carmen V Avila Elementary School is part of Edinburg CISD School District.
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