Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eligio Kika De La Garza Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50% in TX)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eligio Kika De La Garza Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Eligio Kika De La Garza 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Eligio Kika De La Garza Elementary School?
269 students attend Eligio Kika De La Garza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Eligio Kika De La Garza Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eligio Kika De La Garza Elementary School?
Eligio Kika De La Garza Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eligio Kika De La Garza Elementary School offer ?
Eligio Kika De La Garza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Eligio Kika De La Garza Elementary School part of?
Eligio Kika De La Garza Elementary School is part of La Joya ISD School District.
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