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#4439 of 8,552 schools in TX
Ruben Hinojosa EL
Elementary School · MERCEDES ISD
500 S RIO RICO RD, Mercedes, TX 78570
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,439 of 8,552
In Mercedes
#4 of 13
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
MERCEDES ISD
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Ruben Hinojosa EL
Elementary School in Mercedes · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ruben Hinojosa EL
Ruben Hinojosa EL is a public elementary school in Mercedes, TX, part of MERCEDES ISD. Ruben Hinojosa EL serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruben Hinojosa EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,439 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ruben Hinojosa EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Ruben Hinojosa EL — Students at Ruben Hinojosa EL score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
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: 5.8/10.
How Ruben Hinojosa EL Compares
See how Ruben Hinojosa 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
500 S RIO RICO RD, Mercedes, TX 78570
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruben Hinojosa EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TAYLOR EL (rated 5.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is JOHN F KENNEDY EL (rated 5.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, A N RICO EL (rated 5.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Weslaco), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mercedes, see our Mercedes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SGT MANUEL CHACON MIDDLE Mercedes | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| MERCEDES ACADEMIC ACADEMY Mercedes | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| MERCEDES H S Mercedes | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-MERCEDES Mercedes | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mercedes | 1.1 mi | — |
| JOHN F KENNEDY EL Mercedes | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| MERCEDES EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Mercedes | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MERCEDES EARLY LITERACY PROGRAM Mercedes | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| TRAVIS EL Mercedes | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| TAYLOR EL Mercedes | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SGT WILLIAM G HARRELL MIDDLE Mercedes | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD SCIENCE ACADEMY Mercedes | 2.6 mi | 9.3 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD HEALTH PROFESSIONS Mercedes | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD VIRTUAL ACADEMY Mercedes | 2.7 mi | — |
| SOUTH PALM GARDENS H S Weslaco | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
| A N RICO EL Weslaco | 4.2 mi | 5.0 |
| MARY HOGE MIDDLE Weslaco | 4.4 mi | 5.1 |
| NOEMI DOMINGUEZ EL La Feria | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| WESLACO EAST H S Weslaco | 4.4 mi | 4.9 |
| W B GREEN J H La Feria | 4.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,890
Median Home Value
$83,400
Median Rent
$686/mo
Population
33,596
College Educated
11.7%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
34.5%
Median Age
27.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruben Hinojosa EL
What grades does Ruben Hinojosa EL serve?
Ruben Hinojosa EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ruben Hinojosa EL?
Ruben Hinojosa EL has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruben Hinojosa EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruben Hinojosa EL is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruben Hinojosa EL rank in TX?
Ruben Hinojosa EL ranks #4,439 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ruben Hinojosa EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruben Hinojosa EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Ruben Hinojosa EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruben Hinojosa EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ruben Hinojosa EL a charter school?
No, Ruben Hinojosa EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruben Hinojosa EL a Title I school?
No, Ruben Hinojosa EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruben Hinojosa EL?
89.3% of students at Ruben 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 487
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.5%
- Phone
- (956) 512-2227
Resources & Links
District
MERCEDES ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,393
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,385
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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