Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Patricia S Garza 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% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Patricia S. Garza Elementary serves the northern part of Donna, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patricia S Garza Elementary School's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
551 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
Patricia S Garza 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 Patricia S Garza 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7085 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
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 Patricia S Garza Elementary School's ranking?
Patricia S Garza Elementary School is ranked #7085 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Patricia S Garza Elementary School?
551 students attend Patricia S Garza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Patricia S Garza Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patricia S Garza Elementary School?
Patricia S Garza Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patricia S Garza Elementary School offer ?
Patricia S Garza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Patricia S Garza Elementary School part of?
Patricia S Garza Elementary School is part of Donna Independent School District.
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