Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rufino Mendoza Sr 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School's student population of 327 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#7986 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School's ranking?
Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School is ranked #7986 out of 8,188 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School?
327 students attend Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School?
Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School offer ?
Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School part of?
Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School located?
Rufino Mendoza Sr Elementary School is located in the North Side neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in North Side.
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