Serving 685 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr. Elementary serves the northwest part of Weslaco, TX, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School's student population of 685 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
685 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
We are the Best Choice for Education!
School Rankings
Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School 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 Rodolfo Rudy Silva 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
#5410 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School is ranked #5410 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School?
685 students attend Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School?
Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School offer ?
Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School part of?
Rodolfo Rudy Silva Jr Elementary School is part of Weslaco Independent School District.
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