Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Santa Maria 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Maria Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Santa Maria Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#4601 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
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
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Laredo Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Maria Elementary School's ranking?
Santa Maria Elementary School is ranked #4601 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Santa Maria Elementary School?
465 students attend Santa Maria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Santa Maria Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Maria Elementary School?
Santa Maria Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Santa Maria Elementary School offer ?
Santa Maria Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Santa Maria Elementary School part of?
Santa Maria Elementary School is part of Laredo Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Maria Elementary School located?
Santa Maria Elementary School is located in the Western Division neighborhood of Laredo, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Western Division.
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