Serving 756 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ladera Elementary School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ladera Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ladera Elementary School's student population of 756 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ladera 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 Ladera Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#2694 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
60%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
20%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ladera Elementary School's ranking?
Ladera Elementary School is ranked #2694 out of 8,188 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ladera Elementary School?
756 students attend Ladera Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Ladera Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ladera Elementary School?
Ladera Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ladera Elementary School offer ?
Ladera Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ladera Elementary School part of?
Ladera Elementary School is part of Medina Valley Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ladera Elementary School located?
Ladera Elementary School is located in the Medina Valley neighborhood of Castroville, TX.
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