Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal 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
#4091 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
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 (13-14)
2%
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 Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School's ranking?
Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School is ranked #4091 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School?
463 students attend Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School?
Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School offer ?
Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School part of?
Fidel And Andrea R Villarreal Elementary School is part of Zapata County Independent School District.
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