Serving 801 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rodolfo C Centeno 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School's student population of 801 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where We Build and Unify Children's Knowledge With Skills
School Rankings
Rodolfo C Centeno 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 Rodolfo C Centeno 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
#2949 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
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
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
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 Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School's ranking?
Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School is ranked #2949 out of 8,096 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School?
801 students attend Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School?
Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School offer ?
Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School part of?
Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School is part of United Independent School District.
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