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John J Ciavarra EL
Elementary School · DEVINE ISD
112 BENTSEN DR, Devine, TX 78016
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,642 of 8,552
In Devine
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
DEVINE ISD
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John J Ciavarra EL
Elementary School in Devine · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John J Ciavarra EL
John J Ciavarra EL is a public elementary school in Devine, TX, part of DEVINE ISD. John J Ciavarra EL serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John J Ciavarra EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,642 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John J Ciavarra 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How John J Ciavarra EL Compares
See how John J Ciavarra 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
112 BENTSEN DR, Devine, TX 78016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John J Ciavarra EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CASTROVILLE EL (rated 7.1/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Castroville), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Castroville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LACOSTE EL (rated 6.2/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Lacoste), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Devine, see our Devine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEVINE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Devine | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| DEVINE H S Devine | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| DEVINE MIDDLE Devine | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| DEVINE DAEP SCHOOL Devine | 0.7 mi | — |
| DEVINE LEARNING ACADEMY Devine | 0.7 mi | — |
| NATALIA H S Natalia | 4.4 mi | 6.3 |
| NATALIA EARLY CHILD CTR Natalia | 4.4 mi | 5.1 |
| NATALIA J H Natalia | 4.5 mi | 4.0 |
| NATALIA EL Natalia | 4.5 mi | 4.6 |
| LYTLE H S Lytle | 8.9 mi | 3.6 |
| LYTLE J H Lytle | 8.9 mi | 5.0 |
| LYTLE DAEP Lytle | 8.8 mi | — |
| LYTLE EL Lytle | 8.9 mi | 3.8 |
| LYTLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Lytle | 9.1 mi | 5.5 |
| LACOSTE EL Lacoste | 12.6 mi | 6.2 |
| CASTROVILLE EL Castroville | 14.3 mi | 7.1 |
| GRACEDAY VILLAGE SCHOOL II Castroville | 14.3 mi | — |
| MEDINA VALLEY MIDDLE Castroville | 14.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MEDINA VALLEY H S Castroville | 14.2 mi | 6.5 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Castroville | 14.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,609
Median Home Value
$173,600
Median Rent
$739/mo
Population
11,302
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
78.2%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John J Ciavarra EL
What grades does John J Ciavarra EL serve?
John J Ciavarra EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend John J Ciavarra EL?
John J Ciavarra EL has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John J Ciavarra EL?
The student-teacher ratio at John J Ciavarra EL is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John J Ciavarra EL rank in TX?
John J Ciavarra EL ranks #5,642 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is John J Ciavarra EL's MySchoolScout rating?
John J Ciavarra EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is John J Ciavarra EL a charter school?
No, John J Ciavarra EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John J Ciavarra EL a Title I school?
No, John J Ciavarra EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John J Ciavarra EL?
66.9% of students at John J Ciavarra 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 531
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Medina County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (830) 851-0395
Resources & Links
District
DEVINE ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,984
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,330
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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