Summary:
The 78538 zip code area is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. This community faces significant educational challenges, with most schools underperforming on standardized tests and serving predominantly Hispanic student populations from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Among the standout schools in the area, Roberto Garate Elementary and Jose Borrego Middle stand out for their relatively higher performance on STAAR tests, with a greater percentage of students proficient or better in reading and math compared to their peers. In contrast, Ruben C Rodriguez Elementary and Santiago Garcia Elementary are the lowest-performing schools in the area based on test scores.
The data also reveals significant socioeconomic challenges faced by the schools in this community. All schools have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 89.78% to 93.82%, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage. Additionally, the schools vary in their spending per student and student-teacher ratios, suggesting unequal access to resources and funding. Addressing these disparities and providing targeted interventions to improve academic outcomes could be crucial steps in supporting the educational needs of the students in the 78538 zip code area, which is served by the Edcouch-Elsa Independent School District (Isd) and the Monte Alto Independent School District (Isd).
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