Serving 751 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hudson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hudson Elementary serves the eastern part of Brownsville, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hudson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hudson Elementary School's student population of 751 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
751 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Hubert R. Hudson Elementary, in partnership with parent and community stakeholders, is committed to the empowerment of students to become lifelong learners and productive citizens in a highly scientific and technologically advanced global society.
School Rankings
Hudson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hudson Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1643 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
96%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hudson Elementary School's ranking?
Hudson Elementary School is ranked #1643 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hudson Elementary School often compared to?
Hudson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olmito Elementary School, Idea Frontier Academy, Putegnat Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hudson Elementary School?
751 students attend Hudson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hudson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hudson Elementary School?
Hudson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hudson Elementary School offer ?
Hudson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hudson Elementary School part of?
Hudson Elementary School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
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