Serving 789 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ricardo Salinas 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 789 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School's student population of 789 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
789 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ricardo Salinas 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 Ricardo Salinas Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2612 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
18%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ricardo Salinas Elementary School's ranking?
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School is ranked #2612 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ricardo Salinas Elementary School?
789 students attend Ricardo Salinas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ricardo Salinas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ricardo Salinas Elementary School?
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ricardo Salinas Elementary School offer ?
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ricardo Salinas Elementary School part of?
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School is part of Judson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ricardo Salinas Elementary School located?
Ricardo Salinas Elementary School is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of Universal City, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
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