Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hidalgo Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 1% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hidalgo Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hidalgo Park Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 25% 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
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hidalgo Park 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hidalgo Park Elementary School often compared to?
Hidalgo Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hidalgo Elementary School, Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Hidalgo Park Elementary School?
266 students attend Hidalgo Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hidalgo Park Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hidalgo Park Elementary School?
Hidalgo Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hidalgo Park Elementary School offer ?
Hidalgo Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hidalgo Park Elementary School part of?
Hidalgo Park Elementary School is part of Hidalgo ISD School District.
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