Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Evangelina Garza 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Evangelina Garza Elementary serves the northeast part of Mission, TX, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Evangelina Garza Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
384 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Evangelina Garza 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 Evangelina Garza 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
#7062 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evangelina Garza Elementary School's ranking?
Evangelina Garza Elementary School is ranked #7062 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Evangelina Garza Elementary School?
384 students attend Evangelina Garza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Evangelina Garza Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evangelina Garza Elementary School?
Evangelina Garza Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Evangelina Garza Elementary School offer ?
Evangelina Garza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Evangelina Garza Elementary School part of?
Evangelina Garza Elementary School is part of La Joya Independent School District.
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