Serving 675 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ricardo Salinas Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower 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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ricardo Salinas Elementary serves the southeast part of Universal City, TX, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School's student population of 675 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
675 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are committed to providing quality instruction facilitating a love of learning that recognizes the individual needs of all students.
School Rankings
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School 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 Ricardo Salinas Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3768 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
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)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ricardo Salinas Elementary School's ranking?
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School is ranked #3768 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?
38% 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 Ricardo Salinas Elementary School?
675 students attend Ricardo Salinas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ricardo Salinas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ricardo Salinas Elementary School?
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ricardo Salinas Elementary School offer ?
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ricardo Salinas Elementary School part of?
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School is part of Judson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ricardo Salinas Elementary School located?
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of Universal City, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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