Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rayburn Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rayburn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rayburn Elementary School's student population of 492 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rayburn Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rayburn Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#579 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
5%
26%
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
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rayburn Elementary School's ranking?
Rayburn Elementary School is ranked #579 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rayburn Elementary School often compared to?
Rayburn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Idea Mcallen Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rayburn Elementary School?
492 students attend Rayburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Rayburn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rayburn Elementary School?
Rayburn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rayburn Elementary School offer ?
Rayburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rayburn Elementary School part of?
Rayburn Elementary School is part of Mcallen Independent School District.
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