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 (2026-27)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
97%
54%
White
3%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
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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