Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tabasco Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher 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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tabasco Elementary serves the southwest part of La Joya, TX, covering an area of approximately 20.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 6.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tabasco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Tabasco Elementary School's student population of 544 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Tabasco 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 Tabasco 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3508 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1999–2024. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tabasco
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tabasco Elementary School's ranking?
Tabasco Elementary School is ranked #3508 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?
52% 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 Tabasco Elementary School?
544 students attend Tabasco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Tabasco Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tabasco Elementary School?
Tabasco Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tabasco Elementary School offer ?
Tabasco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tabasco Elementary School part of?
Tabasco Elementary School is part of La Joya Independent School District.
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