Serving 573 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Carrizo Springs 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carrizo Springs Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Carrizo Springs school district, covering approximately 1,334.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 23.3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 36.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carrizo Springs Elementary School's student population of 573 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
573 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education
School Rankings
Carrizo Springs 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 Carrizo Springs Elementary School 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
96%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrizo Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Carrizo Springs Elementary School is ranked #4645 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carrizo Springs Elementary School?
573 students attend Carrizo Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Carrizo Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrizo Springs Elementary School?
Carrizo Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carrizo Springs Elementary School offer ?
Carrizo Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Carrizo Springs Elementary School part of?
Carrizo Springs Elementary School is part of Carrizo Springs CISD School District.
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