Average
#4454 of 8,552 schools in TX
Dr Mario E Ramirez EL
Elementary School · RIO GRANDE CITY GRULLA ISD
FORT RINGGOLD, Rio Grande City, TX 78582
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,454 of 8,552
In Rio Grande City
#9 of 17
public schools
In district
#7 of 15
RIO GRANDE CITY GRULLA ISD
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Dr Mario E Ramirez EL
Elementary School in Rio Grande City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dr Mario E Ramirez EL
Dr Mario E Ramirez EL is a public elementary school in Rio Grande City, TX, part of RIO GRANDE CITY GRULLA ISD. Dr Mario E Ramirez EL serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Mario E Ramirez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,454 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Dr Mario E Ramirez EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Dr Mario E Ramirez EL — Students at Dr Mario E Ramirez EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
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: 4.9/10.
How Dr Mario E Ramirez EL Compares
See how Dr Mario E Ramirez 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
FORT RINGGOLD, Rio Grande City, TX 78582
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr Mario E Ramirez EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DELIA GONZALEZ GARCIA EL (rated 9.4/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Roma), which scores notably higher. Another option is RT BARRERA EL (rated 9.2/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Roma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VETERANS MEMORIAL EL (rated 8.3/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Roma), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rio Grande City, see our Rio Grande City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN & OLIVE HINOJOSA EL Rio Grande City | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| RINGGOLD EL Rio Grande City | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ALBERTO AND CELIA BARRERA EL Rio Grande City | 3.9 mi | 5.4 |
| RIO GRANDE CITY H S Rio Grande City | 4.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ROQUE GUERRA JR EL Rio Grande City | 4.3 mi | 4.9 |
| LA UNION EL Rio Grande City | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
| RINGGOLD MIDDLE Rio Grande City | 5.7 mi | 5.1 |
| PREPARATORY FOR EARLY COLLEGE H S Rio Grande City | 5.7 mi | 9.3 |
| VETERANS MIDDLE Rio Grande City | 6.0 mi | 6.0 |
| GENERAL RICARDO SANCHEZ EL Rio Grande City | 6.2 mi | 7.3 |
| IDEA RIO GRANDE CITY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Rio Grande City | 6.5 mi | 6.8 |
| IDEA RIO GRANDE CITY ACADEMY Rio Grande City | 6.5 mi | 7.7 |
| GRULLA H S Rio Grande City | 6.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ALTO BONITO EL Rio Grande City | 8.6 mi | 6.5 |
| GRULLA MIDDLE Rio Grande City | 9.3 mi | 5.8 |
| GRULLA EL Rio Grande City | 9.3 mi | 7.6 |
| DELIA GONZALEZ GARCIA EL Roma | 9.8 mi | 9.4 |
| RT BARRERA EL Roma | 11.1 mi | 9.2 |
| RAMIRO BARRERA MIDDLE Roma | 11.7 mi | 6.9 |
| VETERANS MEMORIAL EL Roma | 11.9 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78582 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,452
Median Home Value
$102,000
Median Rent
$738/mo
Population
44,883
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
32.4%
Median Age
28.6
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|---|---|
| ALLIENE MULLENDORE EL Richland Hills, TX | 6.3 |
| ARMAND BAYOU EL Houston, TX | 6.3 |
| BARROW EL West Columbia, TX | 6.3 |
| BELL MANOR EL Bedford, TX | 6.3 |
| BIRDVILLE EL Haltom City, TX | 6.3 |
| BRYANT EL Arlington, TX | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr Mario E Ramirez EL
What grades does Dr Mario E Ramirez EL serve?
Dr Mario E Ramirez EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dr Mario E Ramirez EL?
Dr Mario E Ramirez EL has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Mario E Ramirez EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr Mario E Ramirez EL is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr Mario E Ramirez EL rank in TX?
Dr Mario E Ramirez EL ranks #4,454 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Dr Mario E Ramirez EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr Mario E Ramirez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Mario E Ramirez EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr Mario E Ramirez EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dr Mario E Ramirez EL a charter school?
No, Dr Mario E Ramirez EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr Mario E Ramirez EL a Title I school?
No, Dr Mario E Ramirez EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr Mario E Ramirez EL?
93.3% of students at Dr Mario E Ramirez 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 481
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Starr County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (956) 370-4413
Resources & Links
District
RIO GRANDE CITY GRULLA ISD- District Enrollment
- 9,482
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,835
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
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