Serving 501 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northside Elementary serves the northern part of Texas City, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School's student population of 501 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
501 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manuel Guajardo 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 Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2550 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
48%
54%
Black
21%
13%
White
25%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School is ranked #2550 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School?
501 students attend Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School?
Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School offer ?
Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School part of?
Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School is part of Texas City Independent School District.
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