Serving 515 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Buena Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buena Vista Elementary School's student population of 515 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
515 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
What Starts Here Changes the World!
School Rankings
Buena Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buena Vista Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3990 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
91%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
San Felipe-Del Rio CISD School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Buena Vista Elementary School is ranked #3990 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Buena Vista Elementary School?
515 students attend Buena Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Buena Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buena Vista Elementary School?
Buena Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buena Vista Elementary School offer ?
Buena Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Buena Vista Elementary School part of?
Buena Vista Elementary School is part of San Felipe-Del Rio CISD School District.
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