GRULLA EL
GRULLA EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RIO GRANDE CITY GRULLA ISD school district, located in GRULLA, TX with about 547 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 37 teachers, GRULLA EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
GRULLA ELementary, located at 443 Old Military Road in Grulla, Texas, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Roma Independent School District. Situated in Starr County along the Rio Grande, the school plays a vital role in its tight-knit community, catering to a predominantly Hispanic student population. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, bilingual literacy, and the holistic development of its elementary-age students.
As part of a district known for its community-oriented approach, GRULLA ELementary focuses on preparing students for future academic success by blending rigorous state standards with cultural responsiveness. The school’s faculty and staff prioritize building strong relationships with families, reflecting the close-knit nature of the Grulla area. By providing essential educational resources and a nurturing atmosphere, the school strives to empower its young learners to overcome regional challenges and achieve their full potential.
For more information, contact GRULLA EL at (956) 487-3306 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GRULLA, TX 78548
(956) 487-3306
GRULLA EL is a public Title I school in GRULLA, TX with about 547 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- RIO GRANDE CITY GRULLA ISD
- Total Students:
- 547
- Teachers:
- 37.67
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 547 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending GRULLA EL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 100% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 99.8%
- White
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.1%
- Male
- 49.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.