Serving 687 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John Arredondo Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Arredondo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
John Arredondo Elementary School's student population of 687 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
687 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
John Arredondo Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Arredondo Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2206 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
39%
53%
Black
31%
13%
White
13%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
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 John Arredondo Elementary School's ranking?
John Arredondo Elementary School is ranked #2206 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are John Arredondo Elementary School often compared to?
John Arredondo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cora Thomas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend John Arredondo Elementary School?
687 students attend John Arredondo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of John Arredondo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Arredondo Elementary School?
John Arredondo Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John Arredondo Elementary School offer ?
John Arredondo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is John Arredondo Elementary School part of?
John Arredondo Elementary School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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