Serving 827 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Col Santos Benavides Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Col Santos Benavides Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Col Santos Benavides Elementary School's student population of 827 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
827 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Col Santos Benavides Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Col Santos Benavides Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#758 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Col Santos Benavides Elementary School's ranking?
Col Santos Benavides Elementary School is ranked #758 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Col Santos Benavides Elementary School often compared to?
Col Santos Benavides Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trautmann Elementary School, Charles Borchers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Col Santos Benavides Elementary School?
827 students attend Col Santos Benavides Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Col Santos Benavides Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Col Santos Benavides Elementary School?
Col Santos Benavides Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Col Santos Benavides Elementary School offer ?
Col Santos Benavides Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Col Santos Benavides Elementary School part of?
Col Santos Benavides Elementary School is part of United Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Col Santos Benavides Elementary School located?
Col Santos Benavides Elementary School is located in the Winfield neighborhood of Laredo, TX.
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