Serving 630 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Canales Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canales Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Canales Elementary School's student population of 630 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Canales Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canales Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#6698 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Brownsville Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canales Elementary School's ranking?
Canales Elementary School is ranked #6698 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Canales Elementary School?
630 students attend Canales Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Canales Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canales Elementary School?
Canales Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Canales Elementary School offer ?
Canales Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Canales Elementary School part of?
Canales Elementary School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Canales Elementary School located?
Canales Elementary School is located in the Southmost neighborhood of Brownsville, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Southmost.
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