Serving 712 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary serves the west part of Rio Grande City, TX, covering an area of approximately 20 square miles, with typical drive times of 10-12 minutes and an average distance of 4.3 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 8.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School's student population of 712 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
712 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of General Ricardo Sanchez 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
#3508 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
99%
54%
White
1%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School's ranking?
General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School is ranked #3508 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School?
712 students attend General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School?
General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School offer ?
General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School part of?
General Ricardo Sanchez Elementary School is part of Rio Grande City Grulla Independent School District.
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