Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kennedy Zapata Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy Zapata Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kennedy Zapata Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Kennedy Zapata Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy Zapata 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
#2156 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
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 Kennedy Zapata Elementary School's ranking?
Kennedy Zapata Elementary School is ranked #2156 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Kennedy Zapata Elementary School?
340 students attend Kennedy Zapata Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Kennedy Zapata Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kennedy Zapata Elementary School?
Kennedy Zapata Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Kennedy Zapata Elementary School offer ?
Kennedy Zapata Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kennedy Zapata Elementary School part of?
Kennedy Zapata Elementary School is part of United Independent School District.
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