Serving 627 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roque Guerra 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 8% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School's student population of 627 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#7950 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School is ranked #7950 out of 8,079 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School?
627 students attend Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School?
Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School offer ?
Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School part of?
Roque Guerra Jr Elementary School is part of Rio Grande City Grulla ISD School District.
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