Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ruiz Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 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: 660 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruiz Elementary serves the southern part of Laredo, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruiz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ruiz Elementary School's student population of 660 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
660 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
To educate all students, academically, emotionally and socially, through quality instruction and promoting parent involvement for career and college readiness.
School Rankings
Ruiz Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruiz 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
#2983 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
1%
24%
Showing 1994–2025. View full 33-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1994–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Ruiz Elementary School's ranking?
Ruiz Elementary School is ranked #2983 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ruiz Elementary School often compared to?
Ruiz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ruiz Elementary School?
660 students attend Ruiz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ruiz Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruiz Elementary School?
Ruiz Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruiz Elementary School offer ?
Ruiz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ruiz Elementary School part of?
Ruiz Elementary School is part of United Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ruiz Elementary School located?
Ruiz Elementary School is located in the Los Presidentes neighborhood of Laredo, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Los Presidentes.
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