Zeferino Farias Elementary School Overview (2026 List)

About Zeferino Farias El

The address of Zeferino Farias Elementary School is 1100 W Acacia St, Alamo, TX 78516. It is for kids in grades PK through 5. Based on the data we have, there are about 546 students enrolled. The student-to-teacher ratio is about 17:1, which helps with teaching in the classroom. About 52% of the students are male, and 48% are female. Recent state results show that about 30% of students are good at math and 34% are good at reading. The campus is a public elementary school in the PSJA ISD that serves a certain area. The school has a localized enrollment structure that is based on nearby residential areas. The market activity near campus shows that homes in the area cost around $190,000. It is thought to be one of the best elementary schools in Texas for families who want easy access and structured learning.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 30%

Reading 34%

State average proficiency is 30% in Math and 34% in Reading.

33

Full-time Teachers

17 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

546

Total Students

$66547

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 0.37%

Asian 0.73%

Hispanic 98.9%

Black 0%

Two+ Races 0%

Native Am. 0%

White

0.37%

Asian

0.73%

Hispanic

98.9%

Black

0%

Two+ Races

0%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 546

47.8%

261 Female

52.2%

285 Male

Student Population

546 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

546 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Zeferino Farias El Contact Information

Address

1100 W ACACIA ST, ALAMO, TX 78516

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Phone

(956) 354-2760

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Website

http://psjaisd.us

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 3:35 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

The "Timberwolves" are doing very well! Students at Zeferino Farias El got together not too long ago to make a big poster with good things on it to help each other feel better before the spring tests. Parents and counselors backed this project, which shows how strong the school's family atmosphere is. Farias is a National Blue Ribbon School, and it teaches 21st-century skills to make sure that all of its students are ready to compete and do well in a global community.

FAQ

Q1. Does Zeferino Farias Elementary School provide extra help with schoolwork?

Ans. Yes, Zeferino Farias Elementary School offers extra help through teacher guidance and programs.

Q2. What does Zeferino Farias Elementary School do to help students come to school?

Ans. Zeferino Farias Elementary School keeps track of attendance and talks to families often.

Q3. Does Zeferino Farias Elementary School have resources for the classroom?

Ans. Yes, Zeferino Farias Elementary School gives students the tools and materials they need to learn.

Q4. Does Zeferino Farias Elementary School plan events for the community?

Ans. Yes, Zeferino Farias Elementary School holds events that make people want to join in.

Q5. What does Zeferino Farias Elementary School do to help students do well?

Ans. Zeferino Farias Elementary School helps students learn by giving them structured lessons and advice.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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