Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thigpen-zavala Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thigpen-zavala Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thigpen-zavala Elementary School's student population of 470 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thigpen-zavala Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thigpen-zavala 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
#1502 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
99%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
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
97%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mcallen Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thigpen-zavala Elementary School's ranking?
Thigpen-zavala Elementary School is ranked #1502 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Thigpen-zavala Elementary School?
470 students attend Thigpen-zavala Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Thigpen-zavala Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thigpen-zavala Elementary School?
Thigpen-zavala Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thigpen-zavala Elementary School offer ?
Thigpen-zavala Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Thigpen-zavala Elementary School part of?
Thigpen-zavala Elementary School is part of Mcallen Independent School District.
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