Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grulla 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 41% (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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grulla Elementary serves the southeast part of Rio Grande City's school district, encompassing an area of approximately 109.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 22.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grulla Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grulla 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 Grulla 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
#4011 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grulla Elementary School's ranking?
Grulla Elementary School is ranked #4011 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Grulla Elementary School often compared to?
Grulla Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Idea Rio Grande City Academy, Alto Bonito Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Grulla Elementary School?
414 students attend Grulla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Grulla Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grulla Elementary School?
Grulla Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grulla Elementary School offer ?
Grulla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Grulla Elementary School part of?
Grulla Elementary School is part of Rio Grande City Grulla Independent School District.
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