Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1599 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
48%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
26%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School is ranked #1599 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School?
537 students attend Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School?
Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School offer ?
Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School part of?
Manuel Guajardo Jr Elementary School is part of Texas City Independent School District.
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