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#7481 of 8,552 schools in TX

John & Olive Hinojosa EL

Elementary School · RIO GRANDE CITY GRULLA ISD

FORT RINGGOLD, Rio Grande City, TX 78582

Enrollment

467

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#7,481 of 8,552

In Rio Grande City

#17 of 17

public schools

In district

#15 of 15

RIO GRANDE CITY GRULLA ISD

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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4.1/10

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 John & Olive Hinojosa EL

John & Olive Hinojosa EL is a public elementary school in Rio Grande City, TX, part of RIO GRANDE CITY GRULLA ISD. John & Olive Hinojosa EL serves approximately 467 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John & Olive Hinojosa EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,481 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for John & Olive Hinojosa EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-13.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.3 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,835
Chronic Absenteeism11.1%

John & Olive Hinojosa EL — Students at John & Olive Hinojosa EL score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
19.8%
ELA
31.2%
2024
Math
30%
ELA
28%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How John & Olive Hinojosa EL Compares

See how John & Olive Hinojosa EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
13th percentile in TX
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

FORT RINGGOLD, Rio Grande City, TX 78582

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John & Olive Hinojosa EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DELIA GONZALEZ GARCIA EL (rated 9.4/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Roma), which scores notably higher. Another option is RT BARRERA EL (rated 9.2/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Roma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VETERANS MEMORIAL EL (rated 8.3/10, 11.5 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 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
DR MARIO E RAMIREZ EL Rio Grande City 1.3 mi 6.3
RINGGOLD EL Rio Grande City 2.2 mi 5.3
ALBERTO AND CELIA BARRERA EL Rio Grande City 3.0 mi 5.4
RIO GRANDE CITY H S Rio Grande City 3.3 mi 6.5
ROQUE GUERRA JR EL Rio Grande City 3.7 mi 4.9
LA UNION EL Rio Grande City 4.4 mi 6.0
RINGGOLD MIDDLE Rio Grande City 5.2 mi 5.1
PREPARATORY FOR EARLY COLLEGE H S Rio Grande City 5.2 mi 9.3
VETERANS MIDDLE Rio Grande City 5.2 mi 6.0
GENERAL RICARDO SANCHEZ EL Rio Grande City 5.6 mi 7.3
IDEA RIO GRANDE CITY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Rio Grande City 5.8 mi 6.8
IDEA RIO GRANDE CITY ACADEMY Rio Grande City 5.8 mi 7.7
GRULLA H S Rio Grande City 7.2 mi 6.6
ALTO BONITO EL Rio Grande City 9.0 mi 6.5
DELIA GONZALEZ GARCIA EL Roma 9.4 mi 9.4
GRULLA EL Rio Grande City 9.8 mi 7.6
GRULLA MIDDLE Rio Grande City 10.0 mi 5.8
RT BARRERA EL Roma 10.6 mi 9.2
RAMIRO BARRERA MIDDLE Roma 11.0 mi 6.9
VETERANS MEMORIAL EL Roma 11.5 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John & Olive Hinojosa EL

What grades does John & Olive Hinojosa EL serve?

John & Olive Hinojosa EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend John & Olive Hinojosa EL?

John & Olive Hinojosa EL has an enrollment of approximately 467 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John & Olive Hinojosa EL?

The student-teacher ratio at John & Olive Hinojosa 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 John & Olive Hinojosa EL rank in TX?

John & Olive Hinojosa EL ranks #7,481 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is John & Olive Hinojosa EL's MySchoolScout rating?

John & Olive Hinojosa EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 John & Olive Hinojosa EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John & Olive Hinojosa EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is John & Olive Hinojosa EL a charter school?

No, John & Olive Hinojosa EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John & Olive Hinojosa EL a Title I school?

No, John & Olive Hinojosa EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John & Olive Hinojosa EL?

98.5% of students at John & Olive Hinojosa 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
467
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Starr County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

District

RIO GRANDE CITY GRULLA ISD
District Enrollment
9,482
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,835
District Rank
#15 of 15

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