Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Guzman 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Guzman Elementary serves the eastern part of Donna, TX, with an attendance zone covering approximately 1 square mile. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Guzman Elementary School's student population of 291 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Guzman 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 Guzman 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
#6609 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
100%
54%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
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 Guzman Elementary School's ranking?
Guzman Elementary School is ranked #6609 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Guzman Elementary School?
291 students attend Guzman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Guzman Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guzman Elementary School?
Guzman Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Guzman Elementary School offer ?
Guzman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Guzman Elementary School part of?
Guzman Elementary School is part of Donna Independent School District.
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