Serving 525 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hernandez Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hernandez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hernandez Elementary School's student population of 525 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hernandez Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hernandez Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#3008 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
28%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hernandez Elementary School's ranking?
Hernandez Elementary School is ranked #3008 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hernandez Elementary School often compared to?
Hernandez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dripping Springs Elementary School, Kyle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hernandez Elementary School?
525 students attend Hernandez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hernandez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hernandez Elementary School?
Hernandez Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hernandez Elementary School offer ?
Hernandez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hernandez Elementary School part of?
Hernandez Elementary School is part of San Marcos CISD School District.
School Reviews
5 8/17/2011
San Marcos CISD redistricted their schools, and now all the elementary schools are K-5, eliminating this 5-6 school, and made Hernandez a K-5 school. The two Jr. Highs are Goodnight, and Miller, which serve 7-8. graders.
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