Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hidalgo Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hidalgo Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hidalgo Park Elementary School's student population of 279 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Hidalgo Park 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 Hidalgo Park 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
#484 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
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
90%
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 Hidalgo Park Elementary School's ranking?
Hidalgo Park Elementary School is ranked #484 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hidalgo Park Elementary School often compared to?
Hidalgo Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hidalgo Elementary School, Dr Alejo Salinas Jr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hidalgo Park Elementary School?
279 students attend Hidalgo Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hidalgo Park Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hidalgo Park Elementary School?
Hidalgo Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hidalgo Park Elementary School offer ?
Hidalgo Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hidalgo Park Elementary School part of?
Hidalgo Park Elementary School is part of Hidalgo Independent School District.
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