Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Las Yescas Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Las Yescas Elementary serves the northwest part of its district in Los Fresnos, TX, covering an area of approximately 73.7 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Las Yescas Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Rankings
Las Yescas 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 Las Yescas 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
#2156 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
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 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Longhorns
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Yescas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Yescas Elementary School is ranked #2156 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Las Yescas Elementary School?
354 students attend Las Yescas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Las Yescas Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Yescas Elementary School?
Las Yescas Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Las Yescas Elementary School offer ?
Las Yescas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Las Yescas Elementary School part of?
Las Yescas Elementary School is part of Los Fresnos CISD School District.
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