Serving 365 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sonora Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sonora Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Sonora school district, encompassing approximately 1,454.4 square miles. The area is located in Sonora, TX, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and the furthest edge being 36.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sonora Elementary School's student population of 365 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing the best opportunities to be...
School Rankings
Sonora 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 Sonora Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#3177 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonora Elementary School's ranking?
Sonora Elementary School is ranked #3177 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sonora Elementary School?
365 students attend Sonora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Sonora Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 21% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonora Elementary School?
Sonora Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sonora Elementary School offer ?
Sonora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Sonora Elementary School part of?
Sonora Elementary School is part of Sonora Independent School District.
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