Serving 299 students in grades 1-5, J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy's student population of 299 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy 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
#6096 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
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
95%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy's ranking?
J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy is ranked #6096 out of 8,096 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy?
299 students attend J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy?
J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy offer ?
J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy part of?
J W Caceres Discovery Int Academy is part of Donna Independent School District.
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