For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,372 students in Penitas, TX.
The top ranked public schools in Penitas, TX are John F Kennedy Elementary School, William J Clinton Elementary School and Corina Pena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Penitas, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Texas public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Penitas have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Penitas, TX Public Schools (2024)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John F Kennedy Elementary School
Math: 27% | Reading: 37%
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1801 N Diamond Ave
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2330
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2330
Grades: PK-5
| 651 students
Rank: #22.
William J Clinton Elementary School
Math: 22% | Reading: 38%
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
39202 Mile 7 Rd
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2740
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2740
Grades: PK-5
| 537 students
Rank: #33.
Corina Pena Elementary School
Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4800 Liberty Blvd
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2750
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2750
Grades: PK-5
| 483 students
Rank: #44.
Dr Javier Saenz Middle School
Math: 10% | Reading: 19%
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
39200 Mile 7 Rd
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2830
Penitas, TX 78576
(956) 323-2830
Grades: 6-8
| 701 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Penitas, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Penitas, TX include John F Kennedy Elementary School, William J Clinton Elementary School and Corina Pena Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Penitas, TX?
4 public schools are located in Penitas, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in Penitas, TX?
Penitas, TX public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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