Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sam Fordyce Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sam Fordyce Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sam Fordyce Elementary School's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sam Fordyce Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sam Fordyce Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#3758 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
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
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sam Fordyce Elementary School's ranking?
Sam Fordyce Elementary School is ranked #3758 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sam Fordyce Elementary School?
449 students attend Sam Fordyce Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Sam Fordyce Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sam Fordyce Elementary School?
Sam Fordyce Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sam Fordyce Elementary School offer ?
Sam Fordyce Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sam Fordyce Elementary School part of?
Sam Fordyce Elementary School is part of La Joya Independent School District.
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