Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ruben C Rodriguez 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary serves the northern part of Edcouch, TX, covering an area of approximately 9.6 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ruben C Rodriguez 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 Ruben C Rodriguez 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
#7184 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2003–2022. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School's ranking?
Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School is ranked #7184 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School?
457 students attend Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School?
Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School offer ?
Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School part of?
Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary School is part of Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District.
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