Serving 674 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DR HESIQUIO RODRIGUEZ EL serves the west part of Harlingen, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School's student population of 674 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
674 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez 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 Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1930 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
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 Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School's ranking?
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School is ranked #1930 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School often compared to?
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Austin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School?
674 students attend Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School?
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School offer ?
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School part of?
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School is part of Harlingen CISD School District.
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