Serving 1,085 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr R E Margo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 1,085 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DR R E MARGO EL serves the southeast part of Weslaco, TX, covering an area of approximately 13.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr R E Margo Elementary School's student population of 1,085 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,085 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr R E Margo 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 R E Margo Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#4475 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 R E Margo Elementary School's ranking?
Dr R E Margo Elementary School is ranked #4475 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr R E Margo Elementary School?
1,085 students attend Dr R E Margo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Dr R E Margo Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr R E Margo Elementary School?
Dr R E Margo Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr R E Margo Elementary School offer ?
Dr R E Margo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dr R E Margo Elementary School part of?
Dr R E Margo Elementary School is part of Weslaco Independent School District.
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