Serving 136 students in grades 9-12, Elvis J Ballew High School ranks in the top 30% 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 ≥90% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1% in TX)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elvis J Ballew High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elvis J Ballew High School's student population of 136 students has declined by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1919
School Calendar
School Motto
Opportunities for All
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elvis J Ballew High 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)55-59%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
2%
8%
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?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elvis J Ballew High School?
The graduation rate of Elvis J Ballew High School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Elvis J Ballew High School?
136 students attend Elvis J Ballew High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Elvis J Ballew High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elvis J Ballew High School?
Elvis J Ballew High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elvis J Ballew High School offer ?
Elvis J Ballew High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elvis J Ballew High School part of?
Elvis J Ballew High School is part of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District.
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