Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School 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 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 73%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 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-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 50%
- Reading Proficiency: 45%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School is 0.06, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)50%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)45%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
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
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School?
254 students attend Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School?
Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School offer ?
Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School part of?
Dr Tomas Rivera Elementary School is part of Crystal City Independent School District.
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