Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Judith Zaffirini 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Judith Zaffirini Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Judith Zaffirini Elementary School's student population of 603 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Judith Zaffirini 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 Judith Zaffirini 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
#3016 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
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
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
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 Judith Zaffirini Elementary School's ranking?
Judith Zaffirini Elementary School is ranked #3016 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Judith Zaffirini Elementary School often compared to?
Judith Zaffirini Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Elementary School, Rodolfo C Centeno Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Judith Zaffirini Elementary School?
603 students attend Judith Zaffirini Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Judith Zaffirini Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Judith Zaffirini Elementary School?
Judith Zaffirini Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Judith Zaffirini Elementary School offer ?
Judith Zaffirini Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Judith Zaffirini Elementary School part of?
Judith Zaffirini Elementary School is part of United Independent School District.
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