Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, T Sanchez El / H Ochoa 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 49% (which is lower 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: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
T Sanchez El / H Ochoa 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 T Sanchez El / H Ochoa 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
#2961 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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
97%
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 T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School's ranking?
T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School is ranked #2961 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School?
578 students attend T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School?
T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School offer ?
T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School part of?
T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School is part of Laredo Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School located?
T Sanchez El / H Ochoa Elementary School is located in the Eastern Division neighborhood of Laredo, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in Eastern Division.
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