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#68 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 1% in state

Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL

Elementary School · ROMA ISD

P O BOX 187, Roma, TX 78584

Enrollment

515

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#68 of 8,552

In Roma

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

ROMA ISD

Equity

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL

9.4/10

Elementary School in Roma · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL

Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL is a public elementary school in Roma, TX, part of ROMA ISD. Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #68 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.3
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+42.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.7 pts
Overall Proficiency84% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+46.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,298
Chronic Absenteeism17.7%

Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL — Students at Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 78.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 72.9% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
84.6%
ELA
76.9%
2024
Math
86%
ELA
82%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL Compares

See how Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.4/10
99th percentile in TX
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

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

P O BOX 187, Roma, TX 78584

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMMA VERA EL (rated 9.7/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is FLORENCE J SCOTT EL (rated 9.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DELIA GONZALEZ GARCIA EL (rated 9.4/10, 5.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Roma, see our Roma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.7 mi
School Distance Rating
FLORENCE J SCOTT EL Roma 1.1 mi 9.5
INSTRUCTIONAL & GUIDANCE CENTER Roma 1.9 mi
ROMA H S Roma 2.3 mi 7.4
EMMA VERA EL Roma 2.4 mi 9.7
ROMA MIDDLE Roma 2.5 mi 8.8
VETERANS MEMORIAL EL Roma 2.9 mi 8.3
RT BARRERA EL Roma 4.3 mi 9.2
RAMIRO BARRERA MIDDLE Roma 4.7 mi 6.9
DELIA GONZALEZ GARCIA EL Roma 5.0 mi 9.4
IDEA RIO GRANDE CITY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Rio Grande City 8.9 mi 6.8
IDEA RIO GRANDE CITY ACADEMY Rio Grande City 8.9 mi 7.7
GENERAL RICARDO SANCHEZ EL Rio Grande City 9.0 mi 7.3
RINGGOLD MIDDLE Rio Grande City 9.3 mi 5.1
PREPARATORY FOR EARLY COLLEGE H S Rio Grande City 9.3 mi 9.3
VETERANS MIDDLE Rio Grande City 9.4 mi 6.0
ROQUE GUERRA JR EL Rio Grande City 10.7 mi 4.9
ALBERTO AND CELIA BARRERA EL Rio Grande City 11.6 mi 5.4
RINGGOLD EL Rio Grande City 12.2 mi 5.3
JOHN & OLIVE HINOJOSA EL Rio Grande City 14.4 mi 4.1
DR MARIO E RAMIREZ EL Rio Grande City 14.7 mi 6.3

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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KAZEN EL Laredo, TX 9.4
MCCOY EL Carrollton, TX 9.4
OLD UNION EL Southlake, TX 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL

What grades does Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL serve?

Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL?

Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL rank in TX?

Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL ranks #68 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL a charter school?

No, Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL a Title I school?

No, Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roel a & Celia R Saenz EL?

86.8% of students at Roel a & Celia R Saenz 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Starr County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

District

ROMA ISD
District Enrollment
5,932
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,298
District Rank
#3 of 9

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