Excellent
#5 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 1% in state
Emma Vera EL
Elementary School · ROMA ISD
P O BOX 187, Roma, TX 78584
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
9.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
9.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5 of 8,552
In Roma
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
ROMA ISD
Academic performance
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Emma Vera EL
Emma Vera EL is a public elementary school in Roma, TX, part of ROMA ISD. Emma Vera EL serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Emma Vera EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Emma Vera EL show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.7 · Excellent
- District avg 9.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Emma Vera EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Emma Vera EL — Students at Emma Vera EL score 96% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Emma Vera EL Compares
See how Emma Vera 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 187, Roma, TX 78584
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emma Vera EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FLORENCE J SCOTT EL (rated 9.5/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ROEL A & CELIA R SAENZ EL (rated 9.4/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DELIA GONZALEZ GARCIA EL (rated 9.4/10, 7.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Roma, see our Roma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROMA H S Roma | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ROMA MIDDLE Roma | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| FLORENCE J SCOTT EL Roma | 2.1 mi | 9.5 |
| ROEL A & CELIA R SAENZ EL Roma | 2.4 mi | 9.4 |
| INSTRUCTIONAL & GUIDANCE CENTER Roma | 4.3 mi | — |
| VETERANS MEMORIAL EL Roma | 5.1 mi | 8.3 |
| RT BARRERA EL Roma | 6.2 mi | 9.2 |
| RAMIRO BARRERA MIDDLE Roma | 6.3 mi | 6.9 |
| DELIA GONZALEZ GARCIA EL Roma | 7.3 mi | 9.4 |
| IDEA RIO GRANDE CITY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Rio Grande City | 11.0 mi | 6.8 |
| IDEA RIO GRANDE CITY ACADEMY Rio Grande City | 11.0 mi | 7.7 |
| GENERAL RICARDO SANCHEZ EL Rio Grande City | 11.2 mi | 7.3 |
| RINGGOLD MIDDLE Rio Grande City | 11.5 mi | 5.1 |
| PREPARATORY FOR EARLY COLLEGE H S Rio Grande City | 11.5 mi | 9.3 |
| VETERANS MIDDLE Rio Grande City | 11.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ROQUE GUERRA JR EL Rio Grande City | 13.0 mi | 4.9 |
| ALBERTO AND CELIA BARRERA EL Rio Grande City | 13.8 mi | 5.4 |
| RINGGOLD EL Rio Grande City | 14.5 mi | 5.3 |
| JOHN & OLIVE HINOJOSA EL Rio Grande City | 16.6 mi | 4.1 |
| RIO GRANDE CITY H S Rio Grande City | 16.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78584 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,134
Median Home Value
$83,800
Median Rent
$647/mo
Population
17,823
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
63.7%
Poverty Rate
37.1%
Median Age
29.8
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| HUDSON EL Longview, TX | 9.7 |
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| OLD SETTLERS EL Flower Mound, TX | 9.6 |
| TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 9.6 |
| UNIVERSITY PARK EL Dallas, TX | 9.6 |
| MICHAEL M BOONE EL Dallas, TX | 9.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emma Vera EL
What grades does Emma Vera EL serve?
Emma Vera EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Emma Vera EL?
Emma Vera EL has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emma Vera EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Emma Vera EL is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emma Vera EL rank in TX?
Emma Vera EL ranks #5 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Emma Vera EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Emma Vera EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 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 Emma Vera EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emma Vera EL has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Emma Vera EL a charter school?
No, Emma Vera EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emma Vera EL a Title I school?
No, Emma Vera EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emma Vera EL?
82.0% of students at Emma Vera 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
- 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Starr County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.2%
- Phone
- (956) 849-4552
Resources & Links
District
ROMA ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,932
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,298
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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