Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: DR Alejo Salinas Jr. Elementary serves the western part of Hidalgo, TX, covering an attendance zone of approximately 12.1 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance being about 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
342 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Alejo Salinas Jr 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
#792 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
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 Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School is ranked #792 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School often compared to?
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hidalgo Elementary School, Hidalgo Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School?
342 students attend Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School?
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School offer ?
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School part of?
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School is part of Hidalgo Independent School District.
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