Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rancho Verde Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rancho Verde Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rancho Verde Elementary School's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Mascot
Rattlers
School Rankings
Rancho Verde Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho Verde Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#688 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
3%
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
67%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rattlers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho Verde Elementary School's ranking?
Rancho Verde Elementary School is ranked #688 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rancho Verde Elementary School often compared to?
Rancho Verde Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olmito Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rancho Verde Elementary School?
692 students attend Rancho Verde Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rancho Verde Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rancho Verde Elementary School?
Rancho Verde Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rancho Verde Elementary School offer ?
Rancho Verde Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rancho Verde Elementary School part of?
Rancho Verde Elementary School is part of Los Fresnos CISD School District.
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