BENAVIDES EL

BENAVIDES EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ZAPATA COUNTY ISD school district, located in SAN YGNACIO, TX with about 90 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 6 teachers, BENAVIDES EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 located in the small, historic community of San Ygnacio, Texas. As part of the Zapata County Independent School District, the school serves as a central hub for the local student population, emphasizing foundational education within a tight-knit, rural environment. The school is committed to fostering academic growth and personal development, often focusing on small class sizes that allow for personalized instruction and a supportive atmosphere for students in their formative years.

Given its location in a border region, BENAVIDES ELementary plays a vital role in the community by blending traditional academic instruction with the cultural heritage of the area. The school aims to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment that prepares students for the transition to middle school, focusing on core competencies like literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. Through its dedication to student success, the school remains a pillar of the San Ygnacio community, striving to empower its young learners to succeed in a changing world.

For more information, contact BENAVIDES EL at (956) 765-5611 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.