Serving 625 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School's student population of 625 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#2237 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
6%
25%
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
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School's ranking?
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School is ranked #2237 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School often compared to?
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Austin Elementary School, Zavala Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School?
625 students attend Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School?
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School offer ?
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School part of?
Dr Hesiquio Rodriguez Elementary School is part of Harlingen CISD School District.
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