Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 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
#1490 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
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%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School is ranked #1490 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
359 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 17:1, 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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