Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dora Romero Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dora Romero Elementary serves the southwest area of Los Fresnos, TX, covering approximately 19.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dora Romero Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dora Romero Elementary School's student population of 552 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dora Romero Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dora Romero Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1980 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
98%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hurricanes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dora Romero Elementary School's ranking?
Dora Romero Elementary School is ranked #1980 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dora Romero Elementary School?
552 students attend Dora Romero Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Dora Romero Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dora Romero Elementary School?
Dora Romero Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dora Romero Elementary School offer ?
Dora Romero Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dora Romero Elementary School part of?
Dora Romero Elementary School is part of Los Fresnos CISD School District.
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