Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Raul A Gonzalez Jr 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 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Raul A. Gonzalez Jr. Elementary serves the northern part of Weslaco, TX, covering approximately 7.9 square miles. Families in this area typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School's student population of 552 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Raul A Gonzalez Jr 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 Raul A Gonzalez Jr 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
#1673 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
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 Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School is ranked #1673 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School?
552 students attend Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School?
Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School offer ?
Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School part of?
Raul A Gonzalez Jr Elementary School is part of Weslaco Independent School District.
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