Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DR Mario E Ramirez Elementary serves the west part of Rio Grande City's school district, covering an area of approximately 23.1 square miles, with typical travel times ranging from 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 19.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School's student population of 493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
493 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#4645 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
99%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School's ranking?
Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School is ranked #4645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School?
493 students attend Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School?
Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School offer ?
Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School part of?
Dr Mario E Ramirez Elementary School is part of Rio Grande City Grulla Independent School District.
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