Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Del Castillo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Castillo Elementary School's student population of 258 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Del Castillo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Castillo Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#6469 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
4%
26%
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
76%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Castillo Elementary School's ranking?
Del Castillo Elementary School is ranked #6469 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Del Castillo Elementary School?
258 students attend Del Castillo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Del Castillo Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Castillo Elementary School?
Del Castillo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Del Castillo Elementary School offer ?
Del Castillo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Del Castillo Elementary School part of?
Del Castillo Elementary School is part of Brownsville ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Castillo Elementary School located?
Del Castillo Elementary School is located in the Southmost neighborhood of Brownsville, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Southmost.
School Reviews
5 9/3/2020
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