Serving 676 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy ranks in the bottom 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert Driscoll Jr. Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Robstown school district, encompassing approximately 81.2 square miles. The zone typically provides a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the edge and reaching a maximum of 8.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy's student population of 676 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
676 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy is 0.08, 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
#5625 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
96%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy's ranking?
Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy is ranked #5625 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy?
676 students attend Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy?
Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy offer ?
Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy part of?
Robert Driscoll Jr Stem Academy is part of Robstown Independent School District.
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