Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy's student population of 413 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education.
School Rankings
The diversity score of M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Hispanic
100%
54%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy?
413 students attend M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy?
M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy offer ?
M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy part of?
M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy is part of Donna Independent School District.
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