Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J C Martin Jr 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 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J C Martin Jr El serves a central area in Laredo, TX, encompassing approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J C Martin Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
J C Martin Jr Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
435 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
J C Martin Jr 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 J C Martin Jr Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#2552 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 1993–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1994–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J C Martin Jr Elementary School's ranking?
J C Martin Jr Elementary School is ranked #2552 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend J C Martin Jr Elementary School?
435 students attend J C Martin Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of J C Martin Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J C Martin Jr Elementary School?
J C Martin Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J C Martin Jr Elementary School offer ?
J C Martin Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J C Martin Jr Elementary School part of?
J C Martin Jr Elementary School is part of Laredo Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is J C Martin Jr Elementary School located?
J C Martin Jr Elementary School is located in the Eastern Division neighborhood of Laredo, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Eastern Division.
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