Serving 730 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dan J Kubacak Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dan J Kubacak Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Santa Fe, TX school district, covering approximately 72.5 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 4.8 miles, with the furthest boundary being 8.6 miles away, resulting in a typical drive time of 10 to 12 minutes for families within the area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dan J Kubacak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dan J Kubacak Elementary School's student population of 730 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
730 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Kubacak Elementary is committed to fostering the love of learning in our students. We believe in being innovative in our teaching, honest in our dealings with parents and students, courageous in our quest to provide the best education possible, find impor
School Rankings
Dan J Kubacak 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 Dan J Kubacak Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#2545 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dan J Kubacak Elementary School's ranking?
Dan J Kubacak Elementary School is ranked #2545 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?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dan J Kubacak Elementary School?
730 students attend Dan J Kubacak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Dan J Kubacak Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dan J Kubacak Elementary School?
Dan J Kubacak Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dan J Kubacak Elementary School offer ?
Dan J Kubacak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dan J Kubacak Elementary School part of?
Dan J Kubacak Elementary School is part of Santa Fe Independent School District.
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