Martinez Elementary School

1250 Merchant St
Abilene, TX 79603
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2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Martinez Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 88% 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: 371 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : Martinez Elementary serves the southeast part of Abilene, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Martinez Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
371 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
2025
School Calendar

School Rankings

Martinez Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martinez Elementary School is 0.42, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#6549 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30-34%
44%
34%
51%
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
75%
54%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

Black
10%
13%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

White
12%
24%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
3%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
88%
0.42

Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
36.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing

Sports

School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Martinez Elementary School's ranking?
Martinez Elementary School is ranked #6549 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Martinez Elementary School?
371 students attend Martinez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Martinez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martinez Elementary School?
Martinez Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martinez Elementary School offer ?
Martinez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Martinez Elementary School part of?
Martinez Elementary School is part of Abilene Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Martinez Elementary School located?
Martinez Elementary School is located in the Cobb Park Area neighborhood of Abilene, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Cobb Park Area.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 371 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : Martinez Elementary serves the southeast part of Abilene, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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