Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gonzalo and Sofia Garcia Elementary serves the southwest area of Canutillo, TX, encompassing approximately 6 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School's student population of 424 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
424 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
¡Viva Canutillo!
School Rankings
Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia 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 Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia 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
#4037 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
92%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Black and Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School's ranking?
Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School is ranked #4037 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School often compared to?
Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jose H Damian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School?
424 students attend Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School?
Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School offer ?
Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School part of?
Gonzalo And Sofia Garcia Elementary School is part of Canutillo Independent School District.
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