Below Average
#6821 of 8,552 schools in TX
Buena Vista EL
Elementary School · SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD
P O BOX 428002, Del Rio, TX 78842
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,821 of 8,552
In Del Rio
#13 of 16
public schools
In district
#11 of 14
SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD
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Buena Vista EL
Elementary School in Del Rio · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Buena Vista EL
Buena Vista EL is a public elementary school in Del Rio, TX, part of SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD. Buena Vista EL serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Buena Vista EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,821 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Buena Vista EL show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Buena Vista EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Buena Vista EL — Students at Buena Vista EL score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How Buena Vista EL Compares
See how Buena Vista EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P O BOX 428002, Del Rio, TX 78842
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buena Vista EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROBERTO BOBBY BARRERA EL STEM MAGNET (rated 8.6/10, 8.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAMAR EL (rated 6.6/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAUDE MAE KIRCHNER EL (rated 5.9/10, 36.3 miles away, in nearby Eagle Pass), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Del Rio, see our Del Rio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 36.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF DEL RIO Del Rio | 0.1 mi | 8.9 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF DEL RIO MIDDLE Del Rio | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| CENIZA HILLS EL Del Rio | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| PREMIER H S OF DEL RIO Lewisville | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| DR LONNIE GREEN JR EL Del Rio | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| DEL RIO EARLY COLLEGE H S Del Rio | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| DEL RIO H S Del Rio | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| IRENE C CARDWELL EL Del Rio | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| GARFIELD EL Del Rio | 3.5 mi | 3.7 |
| BLENDED ACADEMY Del Rio | 3.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Del Rio | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| DEL RIO MIDDLE Del Rio | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Del Rio | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| DR FERMIN CALDERON EL Del Rio | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| LAMAR EL Del Rio | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| SAN FELIPE MEMORIAL MIDDLE Del Rio | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| RUBEN CHAVIRA EL Del Rio | 5.7 mi | 3.4 |
| ROBERTO BOBBY BARRERA EL STEM MAGNET Del Rio | 8.5 mi | 8.6 |
| COMSTOCK SCHOOL Comstock | 24.2 mi | 7.8 |
| MAUDE MAE KIRCHNER EL Eagle Pass | 36.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78842 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buena Vista EL
What grades does Buena Vista EL serve?
Buena Vista EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Buena Vista EL?
Buena Vista EL has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buena Vista EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Buena Vista EL is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Buena Vista EL rank in TX?
Buena Vista EL ranks #6,821 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Buena Vista EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Buena Vista EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Buena Vista EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Buena Vista EL has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Buena Vista EL a charter school?
No, Buena Vista EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Buena Vista EL a Title I school?
No, Buena Vista EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Buena Vista EL?
57.3% of students at Buena Vista EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 529
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Val Verde County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (830) 778-4600
Resources & Links
District
SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD- District Enrollment
- 9,907
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,076
- District Rank
- #11 of 14
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