Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy ranks in the top 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RAUL GARZA JR EL serves the eastern part of San Benito, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the school, and the furthest edge reaching up to 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy's student population of 437 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy 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 Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy is 0.06, 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
#2967 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple & Lime
School Mascot
Rockets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy's ranking?
Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy is ranked #2967 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy?
437 students attend Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy?
Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy offer ?
Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy part of?
Raul Garza Jr Steam Academy is part of San Benito CISD School District.
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