Irene C Cardwell Elementary School serves 452 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Irene C Cardwell Elementary School's student population of 452 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Irene C Cardwell Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
95%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Irene C Cardwell Elementary School?
452 students attend Irene C Cardwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Irene C Cardwell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irene C Cardwell Elementary School?
Irene C Cardwell Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Irene C Cardwell Elementary School offer ?
Irene C Cardwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Irene C Cardwell Elementary School part of?
Irene C Cardwell Elementary School is part of San Felipe-Del Rio CISD School District.
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