Very Good
#2882 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 34% in state
Capt D Salinas II EL
Elementary School · DONNA ISD
116 N 10TH ST, Donna, TX 78537
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,882 of 8,552
In Donna
#2 of 21
public schools
In district
#2 of 19
DONNA ISD
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Capt D Salinas II EL
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About Capt D Salinas II EL
Capt D Salinas II EL is a public elementary school in Donna, TX, part of DONNA ISD. Capt D Salinas II EL serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Capt D Salinas II EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,882 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Capt D Salinas II EL show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Capt D Salinas II EL — Students at Capt D Salinas II EL score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
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: 7.0/10.
How Capt D Salinas II EL Compares
See how Capt D Salinas II 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
116 N 10TH ST, Donna, TX 78537
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Capt D Salinas II EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AUGUSTO GUERRA EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Alamo), with a very similar rating. Another option is ALFRED SORENSEN EL (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby San Juan), with a very similar rating. Additionally, J W CACERES DISCOVERY INT ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Donna, see our Donna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VANGUARD MOZART Pharr | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PSJA MEMORIAL EARLY COLLEGE H S Alamo | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| ZEFERINO FARIAS EL Alamo | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY ALAMO Alamo | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| IDEA ACADEMY ALAMO Alamo | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| MACEDONIAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Alamo | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SANTOS LIVAS EL Alamo | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| AUGUSTO GUERRA EL Alamo | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| JOHN MCKEEVER EL Alamo | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Alamo | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| MARCIA R GARZA Alamo | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| JESUS - JESSE - VELA JR MIDDLE Alamo | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| DORA M SAUCEDA MIDDLE Donna | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| AUDIE MURPHY MIDDLE Alamo | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| PREMIER H S OF SAN JUAN Lewisville | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| J W CACERES DISCOVERY INT ACADEMY Donna | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| VIDA N CLOVER EL San Juan | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| M RIVAS PRI DISCOVERY ACADEMY Donna | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ALFRED SORENSEN EL San Juan | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREP Donna | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78537 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,331
Median Home Value
$74,700
Median Rent
$744/mo
Population
51,346
College Educated
10.3%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
41.4%
Median Age
25.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Capt D Salinas II EL
What grades does Capt D Salinas II EL serve?
Capt D Salinas II EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Capt D Salinas II EL?
Capt D Salinas II EL has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Capt D Salinas II EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Capt D Salinas II EL is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Capt D Salinas II EL rank in TX?
Capt D Salinas II EL ranks #2,882 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Capt D Salinas II EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Capt D Salinas II EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Capt D Salinas II EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Capt D Salinas II EL has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Capt D Salinas II EL a charter school?
No, Capt D Salinas II EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Capt D Salinas II EL a Title I school?
No, Capt D Salinas II EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Capt D Salinas II EL?
95.8% of students at Capt D Salinas II 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.4%
- Phone
- (956) 783-1332
Resources & Links
District
DONNA ISD- District Enrollment
- 13,131
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,197
- District Rank
- #2 of 19
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