Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles Borchers Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Borchers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Charles Borchers Elementary School's student population of 456 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Where Every Student is a Shining Star!
School Rankings
Charles Borchers Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Borchers Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#1529 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
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
99%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
24%
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
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Borchers Elementary School's ranking?
Charles Borchers Elementary School is ranked #1529 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Charles Borchers Elementary School often compared to?
Charles Borchers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Matias De Llano Elementary School, Col Santos Benavides Elementary School, Dr Malakoff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Charles Borchers Elementary School?
456 students attend Charles Borchers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Charles Borchers Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles Borchers Elementary School?
Charles Borchers Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charles Borchers Elementary School offer ?
Charles Borchers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Charles Borchers Elementary School part of?
Charles Borchers Elementary School is part of United Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles Borchers Elementary School located?
Charles Borchers Elementary School is located in the Village Heights neighborhood of Laredo, TX.
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