Very Good
#2218 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 26% in state
Dr Americo Paredes EL
Elementary School · LA JOYA ISD
5301 BENTSEN PALM DR, Mission, TX 78572
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,218 of 8,552
In Mission
#16 of 65
public schools
In district
#16 of 36
LA JOYA ISD
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Dr Americo Paredes EL
Elementary School in Mission · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dr Americo Paredes EL
Dr Americo Paredes EL is a public elementary school in Mission, TX, part of LA JOYA ISD. Dr Americo Paredes EL serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Americo Paredes EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,218 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Dr Americo Paredes EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Dr Americo Paredes EL — Students at Dr Americo Paredes EL score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
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: 7.7/10.
How Dr Americo Paredes EL Compares
See how Dr Americo Paredes 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
5301 BENTSEN PALM DR, Mission, TX 78572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr Americo Paredes EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LLOYD M BENTSEN EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL (rated 7.8/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DIAZ-VILLARREAL EL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIAZ-VILLARREAL EL Mission | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| NARCISO CAVAZOS Mission | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE Mission | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ELODIA R CHAPA EL Mission | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PATRICIO PEREZ EL Mission | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| LLOYD M BENTSEN EL Mission | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| LA JOYA PALMVIEW H S Mission | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| IDEA PALMVIEW COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mission | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| IDEA PALMVIEW ACADEMY Mission | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| HENRY B GONZALEZ EL Mission | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| DOMINGO TREVINO MIDDLE Alton | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| DR MARIA PALMIRA MENDIOLA EL Mission | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MISSION COLLEGIATE H S Alton | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| RAQUEL CAVAZOS EL Mission | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ALTON MEMORIAL J H Mission | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CARL C WAITZ EL Mission | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| ENRIQUE KIKI CAMARENA EL Mission | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| PREMIER H S OF PALMVIEW Lewisville | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| IRENE M GARCIA MIDDLE Mission | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| CANTU EL Mission | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,029
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
78,197
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
38.2
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| ALDRIDGE EL Richardson, TX | 7.6 |
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| AUSTIN PARKWAY EL Sugar Land, TX | 7.6 |
| BOLIN EL Parker, TX | 7.6 |
| BRADFIELD EL Garland, TX | 7.6 |
| BUTTERFIELD EL Sanger, TX | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr Americo Paredes EL
What grades does Dr Americo Paredes EL serve?
Dr Americo Paredes EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dr Americo Paredes EL?
Dr Americo Paredes EL has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Americo Paredes EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr Americo Paredes EL is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr Americo Paredes EL rank in TX?
Dr Americo Paredes EL ranks #2,218 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Dr Americo Paredes EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr Americo Paredes EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Dr Americo Paredes EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr Americo Paredes EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dr Americo Paredes EL a charter school?
No, Dr Americo Paredes EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr Americo Paredes EL a Title I school?
No, Dr Americo Paredes EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr Americo Paredes EL?
97.4% of students at Dr Americo Paredes 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
- 458
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (956) 323-2730
Resources & Links
District
LA JOYA ISD- District Enrollment
- 23,998
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,592
- District Rank
- #16 of 36
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