Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Patricio Perez Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Patricio Perez Elementary serves the eastern part of Mission, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Patricio Perez Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Patricio Perez 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 Patricio Perez 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
#4799 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patricio Perez Elementary School's ranking?
Patricio Perez Elementary School is ranked #4799 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Patricio Perez Elementary School?
421 students attend Patricio Perez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Patricio Perez Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patricio Perez Elementary School?
Patricio Perez Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Patricio Perez Elementary School offer ?
Patricio Perez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Patricio Perez Elementary School part of?
Patricio Perez Elementary School is part of La Joya Independent School District.
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