Jc Kelly Elementary School serves 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 47%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 1% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jc Kelly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jc Kelly Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jc Kelly 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)75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
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
91%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Jc Kelly Elementary School?
328 students attend Jc Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jc Kelly Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jc Kelly Elementary School?
Jc Kelly Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jc Kelly Elementary School offer ?
Jc Kelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jc Kelly Elementary School part of?
Jc Kelly Elementary School is part of Hidalgo Independent School District.
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