Needs Improvement
#8505 of 8,552 schools in TX
Roberts EL
Elementary School · SAN BENITO CISD
451 BIDDLE AVE, San Benito, TX 78586
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
2.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
2.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,505 of 8,552
In San Benito
#23 of 23
public schools
In district
#19 of 19
SAN BENITO CISD
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Roberts EL
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About Roberts EL
Roberts EL is a public elementary school in San Benito, TX, part of SAN BENITO CISD. Roberts EL serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Roberts EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,505 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Roberts EL show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Roberts EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Roberts EL — Students at Roberts EL score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
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: 1.9/10.
How Roberts EL Compares
See how Roberts 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
451 BIDDLE AVE, San Benito, TX 78586
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Roberts EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAUL GARZA JR STEAM ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CASH EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDEA ACADEMY SAN BENITO (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Benito, see our San Benito schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRED BOOTH San Benito | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| GREYHOUNDS ONLINE ACADEMY San Benito | 0.7 mi | — |
| DOWNS FINE ARTS ACADEMY San Benito | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| GATEWAY TO GRADUATION ACADEMY San Benito | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| SULLIVAN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY San Benito | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| CASH EL San Benito | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MILLER JORDAN MIDDLE San Benito | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| SAN BENITO H S San Benito | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-SAN BENITO San Benito | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| RAUL GARZA JR STEAM ACADEMY San Benito | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| BERTA CABAZA MIDDLE San Benito | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| SAN BENITO VETERANS MEMORIAL ACADEMY San Benito | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| IDEA ACADEMY SAN BENITO San Benito | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY SAN BENITO San Benito | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD RISING SCHOLARS ACADEMY San Benito | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P San Benito | 2.2 mi | — |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P Harlingen | 2.2 mi | — |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P Los Fresnos | 2.2 mi | 2.0 |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P Port Isabel | 2.2 mi | — |
| CAMERON CO J J A E P Rio Hondo | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78586 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,158
Median Home Value
$83,200
Median Rent
$839/mo
Population
49,103
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.8%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BURNET EL Odessa, TX | 2.2 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - PASADENA Lewisville, TX | 2.2 |
| LEGACY TRADITIONAL - BASSE PRI San Antonio, TX | 2.2 |
| LOTSPEICH LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Robstown, TX | 2.2 |
| MANARA ACADEMY Irving, TX | 2.2 |
| OAK SPRINGS EL Austin, TX | 2.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Roberts EL
What grades does Roberts EL serve?
Roberts EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Roberts EL?
Roberts EL has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Roberts EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Roberts EL is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Roberts EL rank in TX?
Roberts EL ranks #8,505 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Roberts EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Roberts EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 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 Roberts EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Roberts EL has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Roberts EL a charter school?
No, Roberts EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Roberts EL a Title I school?
No, Roberts EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roberts EL?
96.1% of students at Roberts 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
- 306
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.8%
- Phone
- (956) 361-6740
Resources & Links
District
SAN BENITO CISD- District Enrollment
- 9,126
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,444
- District Rank
- #19 of 19
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