Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Amanda Garza-pena 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 11% 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
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#6329 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
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
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (00-01)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School's ranking?
Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School is ranked #6329 out of 8,188 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School?
578 students attend Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School?
Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School offer ?
Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School part of?
Amanda Garza-pena Elementary School is part of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District.
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