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Hernandez Elementary

Summary:

Hernandez Elementary is a public elementary school in San Marcos, Texas, serving 525 students in grades K-5. The school is part of the San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District, which has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Hernandez Elementary stands out for its strong academic performance, particularly in 3rd and 5th grade reading and math, where it outperforms the district and state averages. For example, in 2023-2024, 60.26% of 3rd graders at Hernandez were proficient or better in STAAR Reading, compared to 41.31% in the district and 48.85% in the state. The school also has a higher percentage of Hispanic and White students compared to the district and state. However, Hernandez struggles to support certain student subgroups, such as English Language Learners, Special Education students, and Gifted and Talented students, ranking in the bottom half or bottom quarter of Texas elementary schools in these categories.

Compared to nearby schools, Hernandez generally outperforms other schools in the San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District, such as Rodriguez Elementary, Travis Elementary, and Bowie Elementary. However, Hernandez lags behind the high-performing Hoffmann Lane Elementary in the neighboring Comal Independent School District, which ranks among the top 5% of Texas elementary schools. The high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at Hernandez, indicating a relatively economically disadvantaged population, may contribute to the school's challenges in supporting certain student subgroups.


Detail:

Public K-5

 333 Stagecoach Trl
       San Marcos, TX  78666-4495

(512) 393-6100

District: San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
1748th of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,055 Help


Students who attend Hernandez Elementary usually attend:

High:    San Marcos High School

Student/teacher ratio:  11.6 Help
Number of students:  525

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
64.8%
White:
28.6%
African American:
2.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  64.8% Help


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Compare Details Hernandez Elementary ranks better than 62.6% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks 2nd among 7 ranked elementary schools in the San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 56.92. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (64.8%), White (28.6%), African American (2.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 64.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the lowest percentage in the San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Hernandez Elementary is 11.6, which is the 2nd best among 7 elementary schools in the San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Hernandez Elementary is $11,055. 4 elementary schools in the San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Hernandez Elementary was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District:

SchoolDigger ranks San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District 670th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Hernandez Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Hernandez Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 44.01 2310th 3465 33.3%
2005 30.75 2839th 3475 18.3%
2006 46.04 2236th 3476 35.7%
2007 33.41 2935th 3724 21.2%
2008 38.39 2747th 3768 27.1%
2009 36.12 2927th 3884 24.6%
2010 53.01 2167th 3937 45.0%
2011 66.47 1409th 4095 65.6%
2012 52.96 2100th 4206 50.1%
2013 62.71 1575th 4221 62.7%
2014 58.21 1869th 4260 56.1%
2015 44.76 2614th 4320 39.5%
2016 46.90 2450th 4286 42.8%
2017 41.95 2399th 4329 44.6%
2018 41.49 2449th 4359 43.8%
2019 36.56 2911th 4479 35.0%
2021 56.28 1713th 4578 62.6%
2022 58.47 1678th 4581 63.4%
2023 56.78 1773rd 4647 61.8%
2024 56.92 1748th 4675 62.6%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Hernandez Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.90 1559th 3226 51.7%
2019 59.24 1119th 3333 66.4%
2021 37.58 2215th 3446 35.7%
2022 28.28 2844th 3487 18.4%
2023 35.90 2479th 3556 30.3%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Hernandez Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.38 1741st 3558 51.1%
2019 54.22 1185th 3684 67.8%
2021 48.84 1491st 3799 60.8%
2022 42.26 2116th 3952 46.5%
2023 43.47 2050th 4086 49.8%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Hernandez Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 32.09 3234th 4264 24.2%
2019 28.93 3527th 4309 18.1%
2021 39.62 2762nd 4451 37.9%
2022 45.15 2478th 4477 44.7%
2023 41.24 2776th 4521 38.6%
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Rank History for Female students at Hernandez Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 45.84 2240th 4306 48.0%
2019 39.34 2712th 4348 37.6%
2021 54.96 1752nd 4499 61.1%
2022 56.42 1760th 4561 61.4%
2023 57.63 1711th 4588 62.7%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Hernandez Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.09 2173rd 3106 30.0%
2021 17.06 2675th 3006 11.0%
2022 43.64 2097th 2958 29.1%
2023 37.92 2332nd 2980 21.7%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Hernandez Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.70 2183rd 4240 48.5%
2019 28.27 3514th 4295 18.2%
2022 30.55 3475th 4461 22.1%
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Rank History for Male students at Hernandez Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.54 2662nd 4319 38.4%
2019 35.85 2929th 4357 32.8%
2021 58.29 1573rd 4498 65.0%
2022 59.73 1613th 4563 64.7%
2023 55.30 1838th 4585 59.9%
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Rank History for Asian students at Hernandez Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 60.02 387th 967 60.0%
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Rank History for African American students at Hernandez Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 64.77 622nd 2483 74.9%
2019 36.94 1682nd 2515 33.1%
2021 53.75 912th 2444 62.7%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Hernandez Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.17 2699th 4168 35.2%
2019 34.54 2990th 4188 28.6%
2021 37.69 2723rd 4329 37.1%
2022 42.03 2622nd 4376 40.1%
2023 42.51 2602nd 4401 40.9%
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Rank History for White students at Hernandez Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.79 1710th 3127 45.3%
2019 41.84 1962nd 3142 37.6%
2021 76.19 510th 3082 83.5%
2022 76.80 482nd 3082 84.4%
2023 69.62 811th 3106 73.9%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Hernandez Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 169 17 2 224 n/a n/a n/a 0 412
1989 164 13 1 238 0 n/a n/a 0 416
1990 151 14 0 254 0 n/a n/a 0 419
1991 194 17 0 282 0 n/a n/a 0 493
1992 161 21 1 256 0 n/a n/a 0 439
1993 156 27 0 284 0 n/a n/a 0 467
1994 165 17 2 288 0 n/a n/a 0 472
1995 336 40 7 581 2 n/a n/a 0 966
1996 336 40 7 581 2 n/a n/a 0 966
1997 357 41 6 628 2 n/a n/a 0 1034
1998 348 53 6 657 0 n/a n/a 0 1064
1999 331 53 5 640 0 n/a n/a 0 1029
2000 341 54 5 662 2 n/a n/a 0 1064
2001 328 50 8 674 2 n/a n/a 0 1062
2002 283 55 9 640 0 n/a n/a 0 987
2003 283 55 9 640 0 n/a n/a 0 987
2004 257 60 8 634 0 n/a n/a 0 959
2005 270 70 11 702 1 n/a n/a 0 1054
2006 268 55 10 714 2 n/a n/a 0 1049
2007 272 49 3 706 4 n/a n/a 0 1034
2008 302 47 10 738 1 n/a n/a 0 1098
2009 256 50 9 735 2 n/a n/a 0 1052
2010 164 46 11 589 2 n/a n/a 0 812
2011 160 46 7 604 4 1 6 0 828
2012 150 41 7 553 3 0 7 0 761
2013 151 41 8 536 2 1 8 0 747
2014 146 47 6 595 0 0 7 0 801
2015 132 52 8 628 1 3 5 0 829
2016 138 29 6 353 1 1 3 0 531
2017 127 33 6 396 0 1 8 0 571
2018 142 25 7 412 0 1 7 0 594
2019 150 26 6 429 0 1 11 0 623
2020 124 16 7 337 1 0 7 0 492
2021 143 13 11 360 0 0 9 0 536
2022 158 16 9 357 0 1 9 0 550
2023 150 14 10 340 0 2 9 0 525

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Hernandez Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 412 24.0 17.1 n/a
1989 416 n/a n/a n/a
1990 419 25.0 16.7 n/a
1991 493 25.0 19.7 n/a
1992 439 28.0 15.6 33.3
1993 467 29.0 16.1 58
1994 472 34.9 13.5 46.4
1995 966 67.9 14.2 44.3
1996 966 67.9 14.2 44.3
1997 1034 68.0 15.2 46.7
1998 1064 69.9 15.2 45.5
1999 1029 68.5 15.0 55.3
2000 1064 70.3 15.1 57
2001 1062 71.9 14.8 58.5
2002 987 66.0 15.0 61.6
2003 987 66.0 15.0 61.6
2004 959 67.0 14.3 65.2
2005 1054 66.4 15.9 63
2006 1049 70.0 15.0 62
2007 1034 71.5 14.5 67.2
2008 1098 80.7 13.6 64.6
2009 1052 74.5 14.1 63.2
2010 812 60.2 13.4 78.8
2011 828 56.1 14.7 82
2012 761 48.9 15.5 80.9
2013 747 48.8 15.2 79.1
2014 801 53.1 15.0 80.1
2015 829 50.0 16.5 82.8
2016 531 35.0 15.1 68.5
2017 571 40.5 14.0 70.8
2018 594 45.9 12.9 63.6
2019 623 48.3 12.8 68.2
2020 492 39.3 12.4 63.6
2021 536 39.9 13.4 64.7
2022 550 46.6 11.7 67.5
2023 525 44.9 11.6 64.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Hernandez Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 412 24.0 17.1 n/a
1989 416 n/a n/a n/a
1990 419 25.0 16.7 n/a
1991 493 25.0 19.7 n/a
1992 439 28.0 15.6 33.3
1993 467 29.0 16.1 58
1994 472 34.9 13.5 46.4
1995 966 67.9 14.2 44.3
1996 966 67.9 14.2 44.3
1997 1034 68.0 15.2 46.7
1998 1064 69.9 15.2 45.5
1999 1029 68.5 15.0 55.3
2000 1064 70.3 15.1 57
2001 1062 71.9 14.8 58.5
2002 987 66.0 15.0 61.6
2003 987 66.0 15.0 61.6
2004 959 67.0 14.3 65.2
2005 1054 66.4 15.9 63
2006 1049 70.0 15.0 62
2007 1034 71.5 14.5 67.2
2008 1098 80.7 13.6 64.6
2009 1052 74.5 14.1 63.2
2010 812 60.2 13.4 78.8
2011 828 56.1 14.7 82
2012 761 48.9 15.5 80.9
2013 747 48.8 15.2 79.1
2014 801 53.1 15.0 80.1
2015 829 50.0 16.5 82.8
2016 531 35.0 15.1 68.5
2017 571 40.5 14.0 70.8
2018 594 45.9 12.9 63.6
2019 623 48.3 12.8 68.2
2020 492 39.3 12.4 63.6
2021 536 39.9 13.4 64.7
2022 550 46.6 11.7 67.5
2023 525 44.9 11.6 64.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Hernandez Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,133 (9.8%) $10,453 (90.2%) $11,587
2020 $1,149 (9.4%) $11,132 (90.6%) $12,281
2021 $1,351 (12.2%) $9,705 (87.8%) $11,055

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Hernandez Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 2911th of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 1773rd of 4647 Elementary schools
 26.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Hernandez Elementary)4645
 1%
   3rd Grade Reading (San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District)3739
 2%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Hernandez Elementary)4344
 1%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District)3831
 7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
4th Grade Reading (Hernandez Elementary)3958
 19%
   4th Grade Reading (San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District)3239
 7%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Hernandez Elementary)3440
 6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District)2430
 6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%
5th Grade Reading (Hernandez Elementary)4557
 12%
   5th Grade Reading (San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District)4446
 2%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Hernandez Elementary)4145
 4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District)4538
 7%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5650
 6%
5th Grade Science (Hernandez Elementary)3046
 16%
   5th Grade Science (San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District)3128
 3%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)4834
 14%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students623525
 15.7%
African American2614
 46.2%
American Indian00
Asian610
 66.7%
Hispanic429340
 20.7%
Pacific Islander12
 100%
White150150
Two or More Races119
 18.2%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients68.2%64.8%
 3.5%

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In the 2022-23 school year, 525 students attended Hernandez Elementary.

Students at Hernandez Elementary are 65% Hispanic, 29% White, 3% African American, 2% Asian, 2% Two or more races.

Students who attend Hernandez Elementary usually go on to attend:

High : San Marcos High School

Hernandez Elementary ranks 1748th of 4675 Texas elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.


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