Serving 290 students in grades 6, David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy's student population of 290 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy 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
#7454 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
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
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
4%
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 David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy's ranking?
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy is ranked #7454 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy?
290 students attend David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy?
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy offer ?
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy part of?
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy is part of Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District.
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