Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, M Rivas Pri Discovery 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy's student population of 394 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to excellence in education.
School Rankings
The diversity score of M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
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
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy?
394 students attend M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy?
M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy offer ?
M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy part of?
M Rivas Pri Discovery Academy is part of Donna Independent School District.
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