Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Veterans Memorial Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Veterans Memorial Elementary serves the southern part of Roma, TX, covering an area of approximately 10.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Veterans Memorial Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Veterans Memorial 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 Veterans Memorial 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
#2561 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-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 Veterans Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School is ranked #2561 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?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Veterans Memorial Elementary School?
458 students attend Veterans Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Veterans Memorial Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veterans Memorial Elementary School?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Veterans Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Veterans Memorial Elementary School part of?
Veterans Memorial Elementary School is part of Roma Independent School District.
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