BENAVIDES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

BENAVIDES EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BROWNSVILLE ISD school district, located in BROWNSVILLE, TX with about 761 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, BENAVIDES EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

BENAVIDES ELementary School is a public school located in Brownsville, Texas, and is part of the Brownsville Independent School District (BISD). Situated on McAllen Road, the school serves the local community by providing foundational education to elementary-aged students. Like other schools within the BISD system, BENAVIDES ELementary emphasizes academic growth, literacy, and the development of core competencies in a supportive learning environment designed to prepare students for success in their future academic endeavors.

The school is deeply integrated into the Brownsville community, striving to foster a collaborative culture that involves students, teachers, and parents. By utilizing the resources provided by the district, BENAVIDES ELementary focuses on both high academic standards and the social-emotional well-being of its student body. For those seeking detailed information regarding the school’s specific mission, extracurricular programs, or campus initiatives, the official school website at [http://www.bisd.us/benavides/](http://www.bisd.us/benavides/) serves as the primary hub for updates and resources.

For more information, contact BENAVIDES EL at (956) 350-3250 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.