Serving 95 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benavides Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benavides Elementary School's student population of 95 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
All Dreams are Within an Eagle's Reach!
School Rankings
Benavides Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benavides Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#5888 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
80%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
3%
25%
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
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benavides Elementary School's ranking?
Benavides Elementary School is ranked #5888 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Benavides Elementary School?
95 students attend Benavides Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Benavides Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benavides Elementary School?
Benavides Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benavides Elementary School offer ?
Benavides Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Benavides Elementary School part of?
Benavides Elementary School is part of Benavides Independent School District.
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