Serving 535 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Monte Cristo Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than 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: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monte Cristo Elementary serves the southern part of Edinburg, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monte Cristo Elementary School's student population of 535 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
535 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monte Cristo 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 Monte Cristo 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
#3858 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2007–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
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
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monte Cristo Elementary School's ranking?
Monte Cristo Elementary School is ranked #3858 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Monte Cristo Elementary School?
535 students attend Monte Cristo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Monte Cristo Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monte Cristo Elementary School?
Monte Cristo Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monte Cristo Elementary School offer ?
Monte Cristo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Monte Cristo Elementary School part of?
Monte Cristo Elementary School is part of Edinburg CISD School District.
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