Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roel A & Celia R Saenz 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
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#280 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
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
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School's ranking?
Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School is ranked #280 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School?
552 students attend Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School?
Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School offer ?
Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School part of?
Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary School is part of Roma Independent School District.
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