Serving 625 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School's student population of 625 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
625 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold (Yellow), and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R C Flores-mark A Zapata 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
#2457 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
99%
54%
Black
1%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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 is R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School's ranking?
R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School is ranked #2457 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School often compared to?
R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zavala Elementary School, Trevino Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School?
625 students attend R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School?
R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School offer ?
R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School part of?
R C Flores-mark A Zapata Elementary School is part of Edinburg CISD School District.
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