Serving 862 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Jacinto Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 862 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Jacinto Elementary serves the southwest part of Deer Park, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families within the zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Jacinto Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
San Jacinto Elementary School's student population of 862 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
862 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
School Motto
'Together, we are always better.'
School Rankings
San Jacinto Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Jacinto Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1678 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
61%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
35%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Jacinto Elementary School's ranking?
San Jacinto Elementary School is ranked #1678 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are San Jacinto Elementary School often compared to?
San Jacinto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Park Elementary School, Jp Dabbs Elementary School, Carpenter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend San Jacinto Elementary School?
862 students attend San Jacinto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of San Jacinto Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Jacinto Elementary School?
San Jacinto Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does San Jacinto Elementary School offer ?
San Jacinto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Jacinto Elementary School part of?
San Jacinto Elementary School is part of Deer Park Independent School District.
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