Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 20% 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
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 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
#3394 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
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 #3394 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School?
321 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 14:1, which is equal to 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 ISD School District.
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