Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pena Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PENA EL serves the northeast part of Brownsville, TX, covering approximately 5.5 square miles. Most students are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 2.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pena Elementary School's student population of 501 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
501 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pena Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pena 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
#1840 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pena Elementary School's ranking?
Pena Elementary School is ranked #1840 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pena Elementary School often compared to?
Pena Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Grove Elementary School, Paredes Elementary School, Yturria Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Pena Elementary School?
501 students attend Pena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pena Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pena Elementary School?
Pena Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pena Elementary School offer ?
Pena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pena Elementary School part of?
Pena Elementary School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
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