Serving 654 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vermillion Road Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60% (which is higher 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 16:1 is higher 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vermillion Road Elementary serves the eastern part of Brownsville, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone are about 1 mile from the school, with the furthest point being 1.4 miles away, resulting in a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vermillion Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Vermillion Road Elementary School's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
654 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vermillion Road 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 Vermillion Road Elementary School 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
#3270 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
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)23.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vermillion Road Elementary School's ranking?
Vermillion Road Elementary School is ranked #3270 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?
60% 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 Vermillion Road Elementary School?
654 students attend Vermillion Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Vermillion Road Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vermillion Road Elementary School?
Vermillion Road Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vermillion Road Elementary School offer ?
Vermillion Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Vermillion Road Elementary School part of?
Vermillion Road Elementary School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
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