Salinas Elementary School

3611 Alfredo Cantu Dr
Laredo, TX 78046
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 753 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Salinas 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 753 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • : Bottom 50% in TX
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 46% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Salinas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Salinas Elementary School's student population of 753 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Today's Learners... Tomorrow's Leaders

School Rankings

Salinas 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 Salinas 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#4710 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
40%
44%
46%
51%
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Salinas Elementary School's ranking?
Salinas Elementary School is ranked #4710 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Salinas Elementary School?
753 students attend Salinas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Salinas Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salinas Elementary School?
Salinas Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Salinas Elementary School offer ?
Salinas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Salinas Elementary School part of?
Salinas Elementary School is part of United Independent School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 753 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 46% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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