Serving 645 students in grades 9, San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy encompasses the entire San Benito school district, covering approximately 103.1 square miles in San Benito, TX. Families within this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 13.2 miles to the farthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy's student population of 645 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
645 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Believe, We Appreciate, We Prepare
School Rankings
San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy 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 San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy 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
#5905 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
56%
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 San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy's ranking?
San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy is ranked #5905 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy?
645 students attend San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy?
San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy offer ?
San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy part of?
San Benito Veterans Memorial Academy is part of San Benito CISD School District.
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