Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

Summary:

Dr Americo Paredes Elementary is a public elementary school in Mission, Texas, serving 510 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the La Joya Independent School District, which is ranked 451 out of 968 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating.

Despite its location in Mission, Dr Americo Paredes Elementary has consistently underperformed compared to the state and district averages on STAAR assessments across grade levels and subject areas. The school's proficiency rates in reading, math, and science are significantly lower than the district and state, with the largest gaps in math. Additionally, the school's performance on STAAR Spanish assessments, taken by English Language Learners, has also been below district and state averages. As a result, Dr Americo Paredes Elementary has a low statewide ranking, typically falling in the bottom half of Texas elementary schools, and its SchoolDigger rating has ranged from 1 to 4 stars out of 5 over the past 10 years, with a current rating of 1 star.

Interestingly, Dr Americo Paredes Elementary is located in close proximity to several other elementary schools within the La Joya ISD district, some of which have significantly higher academic performance and rankings. For example, Enrique Kiki Camarena Elementary and Diaz-Villarreal Elementary, both within a 3-mile radius, have consistently outperformed Dr Americo Paredes Elementary on STAAR assessments and have higher statewide rankings. The school's high percentage of Hispanic and English Language Learner students, as well as its high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, may be contributing factors to its academic challenges.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 5301 Bentsen Palm Dr
       Mission, TX  78574


(956) 323-2730

District: La Joya Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
2584th of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,476 Help


Students who attend Dr Americo Paredes Elementary usually attend:

High:    Jimmy Carter Early College High School
    Thelma Rosa Salinas Stem Early College High School

Student/teacher ratio:  14.3 Help
Number of students:  458

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
99.8%
White:
0.2%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  97.4% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Dr Americo Paredes Elementary ranks worse than 55.3% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks 15th among 22 ranked elementary schools in the La Joya Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 43.65. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (99.8%), White (0.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 97.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary is 14.3, which is the 5th best among 22 elementary schools in the La Joya Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Dr Americo Paredes Elementary employs 32 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary is $11,476. 13 elementary schools in the La Joya Independent School District (Isd) spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Dr Americo Paredes Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Dr Americo Paredes Elementary 2584th of 4675 Texas public elementary schools. (See Dr Americo Paredes Elementary in the ranking list.)

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La Joya Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks La Joya Independent School District (Isd) 451st of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2007 5.92 3670th 3724 1.5%
2008 36.35 2839th 3768 24.7%
2009 24.95 3396th 3884 12.6%
2010 34.86 3077th 3937 21.8%
2011 25.51 3563rd 4095 13.0%
2012 44.22 2642nd 4206 37.2%
2013 32.64 3277th 4221 22.4%
2014 40.65 2865th 4260 32.7%
2015 29.07 3381st 4320 21.7%
2016 39.05 2876th 4286 32.9%
2017 45.07 2237th 4329 48.3%
2018 69.22 1065th 4359 75.6%
2019 60.07 1508th 4479 66.3%
2021 28.56 3266th 4578 28.7%
2022 45.34 2409th 4581 47.4%
2023 31.81 3281st 4647 29.4%
2024 43.65 2584th 4675 44.7%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 80.97 307th 3226 90.5%
2019 74.45 471st 3333 85.9%
2021 41.39 1983rd 3446 42.5%
2022 44.76 1955th 3487 43.9%
2023 33.14 2627th 3556 26.1%
2024 49.87 1651st 3638 54.6%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 71.92 515th 3684 86.0%
2023 35.69 2667th 4086 34.7%
2024 82.66 355th 4261 91.7%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 82.49 361st 4264 91.5%
2019 71.94 708th 4309 83.6%
2021 36.76 2938th 4451 34.0%
2022 62.48 1333rd 4477 70.2%
2023 44.41 2584th 4521 42.8%
2024 64.76 1207th 4560 73.5%
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Rank History for Female students at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 66.07 1196th 4306 72.2%
2019 55.15 1768th 4348 59.3%
2021 23.39 3650th 4499 18.9%
2022 41.70 2674th 4561 41.4%
2023 30.96 3343rd 4588 27.1%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 62.92 1337th 3106 57.0%
2019 34.80 2545th 3184 20.1%
2021 36.23 2180th 3006 27.5%
2022 72.52 590th 2958 80.1%
2023 48.76 1985th 2980 33.4%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.42 220th 4240 94.8%
2019 85.27 259th 4295 94.0%
2021 44.60 2215th 4331 48.9%
2022 58.87 1492nd 4461 66.6%
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Rank History for Male students at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 68.60 1072nd 4319 75.2%
2019 62.66 1345th 4357 69.1%
2021 33.55 2935th 4498 34.7%
2022 47.43 2314th 4563 49.3%
2023 35.44 3048th 4585 33.5%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 75.49 642nd 4168 84.6%
2019 66.11 1054th 4188 74.8%
2021 34.73 2933rd 4329 32.2%
2022 50.93 2027th 4376 53.7%
2023 38.10 2889th 4401 34.4%
2024 56.84 1662nd 4431 62.5%
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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.

Dr Americo Paredes Elementary Test Scores
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Data source: Texas Education Agency

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Enrollment information for Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2006 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 0
2007 0 0 0 701 0 n/a n/a 0 701
2008 0 0 0 764 0 n/a n/a 0 764
2009 0 1 0 538 0 n/a n/a 0 539
2010 1 0 0 561 1 n/a n/a 0 563
2011 1 0 0 708 0 0 0 0 709
2012 0 0 0 677 0 0 0 0 677
2013 2 0 0 648 0 0 0 0 650
2014 1 0 0 628 0 0 0 0 629
2015 1 0 0 595 0 0 0 0 596
2016 1 0 0 544 0 0 0 0 545
2017 8 0 0 530 0 0 0 0 538
2018 4 0 0 469 0 0 0 0 473
2019 9 0 0 435 1 0 1 0 446
2020 0 0 0 434 0 0 0 0 434
2021 1 0 0 395 0 0 0 0 396
2022 3 0 0 353 0 0 0 0 356
2023 1 0 0 509 0 0 0 0 510
2024 1 0 0 457 0 0 0 0 458

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

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2006 0 n/a n/a n/a
2007 701 42.7 16.4 12.6
2008 764 47.6 16.1 3.9
2009 539 35.6 15.1 0.4
2010 563 35.5 15.8 0.2
2011 709 44.0 16.0 0
2012 677 42.7 15.8 0
2013 650 40.6 15.9 96.2
2014 629 36.9 17.0 96.2
2015 596 35.0 17.0 96.5
2016 545 35.0 15.5 97.1
2017 538 32.3 16.6 95.7
2018 473 31.0 15.2 94.7
2019 446 29.2 15.2 95.1
2020 434 28.2 15.3 95.9
2021 396 27.0 14.6 95.7
2022 356 25.4 14.0 96.3
2023 510 34.2 14.8 96.5
2024 458 32.0 14.3 97.4

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 Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2006 0 n/a n/a n/a
2007 701 42.7 16.4 12.6
2008 764 47.6 16.1 3.9
2009 539 35.6 15.1 0.4
2010 563 35.5 15.8 0.2
2011 709 44.0 16.0 0
2012 677 42.7 15.8 0
2013 650 40.6 15.9 96.2
2014 629 36.9 17.0 96.2
2015 596 35.0 17.0 96.5
2016 545 35.0 15.5 97.1
2017 538 32.3 16.6 95.7
2018 473 31.0 15.2 94.7
2019 446 29.2 15.2 95.1
2020 434 28.2 15.3 95.9
2021 396 27.0 14.6 95.7
2022 356 25.4 14.0 96.3
2023 510 34.2 14.8 96.5
2024 458 32.0 14.3 97.4

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.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,044 (10.1%) $9,323 (89.9%) $10,367
2020 $1,424 (13.7%) $8,990 (86.3%) $10,415
2021 $1,357 (11.8%) $10,119 (88.2%) $11,476

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Dr Americo Paredes Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1508th of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 3281st of 4647 Elementary schools
 36.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Dr Americo Paredes Elementary)5635
 21%
   3rd Grade Reading (La Joya Independent School District (Isd))4654
 8%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Dr Americo Paredes Elementary)5727
 30%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (La Joya Independent School District (Isd))5043
 7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
3rd Grade Reading (Dr Americo Paredes Elementary)5123
 28%
   3rd Grade Reading (La Joya Independent School District (Isd))4736
 11%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)3926
 13%
4th Grade Reading (Dr Americo Paredes Elementary)4254
 12%
   4th Grade Reading (La Joya Independent School District (Isd))5149
 2%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Dr Americo Paredes Elementary)3735
 2%
   4th Grade Mathematics (La Joya Independent School District (Isd))4647
 1%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%
4th Grade Reading (Dr Americo Paredes Elementary)2337
 14%
   4th Grade Reading (La Joya Independent School District (Isd))3645
 9%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)2931
 2%
5th Grade Reading (Dr Americo Paredes Elementary)5349
 4%
   5th Grade Reading (La Joya Independent School District (Isd))4960
 11%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Dr Americo Paredes Elementary)7233
 39%
   5th Grade Mathematics (La Joya Independent School District (Isd))5650
 6%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5650
 6%
5th Grade Science (Dr Americo Paredes Elementary)6023
 37%
   5th Grade Science (La Joya Independent School District (Isd))4832
 16%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)4834
 14%
5th Grade Reading (Dr Americo Paredes Elementary)6923
 46%
   5th Grade Reading (La Joya Independent School District (Isd))5730
 27%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5333
 20%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students446510
 14.3%
African American00
American Indian10
 100%
Asian00
Hispanic435509
 17%
Pacific Islander00
White91
 88.9%
Two or More Races10
 100%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients95.1%96.5%
 1.4%


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In the 2023-24 school year, 458 students attended Dr Americo Paredes Elementary.

Students at Dr Americo Paredes Elementary are 100% Hispanic.

Dr Americo Paredes Elementary ranks 2584th of 4675 Texas elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.


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