SAN BENITO CISD
9,073 Students
23 Schools
District Overview
Headquartered at 240 N Crockett St in San Benito, Texas, the San Benito Consolidated Independent School District (CISD) operates as an open, traditional public school system serving a midsize suburban community within the broader Brownsville-Harlingen metropolitan area. The district maintains 23 operational campuses that deliver a complete educational continuum, spanning from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. By offering early learning opportunities through PK and Kindergarten alongside a full slate of primary and secondary grade levels, San Benito CISD provides a seamless academic pathway designed to support students through every stage of their educational development.
The district's student body comprises over 9,000 enrolled children, reflecting a rich cultural identity with a predominantly Hispanic demographic alongside representation across various ethnic backgrounds. Supporting these learners is a robust workforce of nearly 2,960 full-time equivalent staff members, including over 1,260 classroom teachers, approximately 176 instructional aides, and more than 1,500 specialized support personnel. This substantial staffing context ensures focused instructional attention, direct classroom assistance, and comprehensive wraparound services across all schools, positioning San Benito CISD as a foundational pillar for academic growth and community enrichment in South Texas.
The district's student body comprises over 9,000 enrolled children, reflecting a rich cultural identity with a predominantly Hispanic demographic alongside representation across various ethnic backgrounds. Supporting these learners is a robust workforce of nearly 2,960 full-time equivalent staff members, including over 1,260 classroom teachers, approximately 176 instructional aides, and more than 1,500 specialized support personnel. This substantial staffing context ensures focused instructional attention, direct classroom assistance, and comprehensive wraparound services across all schools, positioning San Benito CISD as a foundational pillar for academic growth and community enrichment in South Texas.
23
Total Schools
9,073
Total Students
1,266.1
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 168 |
| Hispanic | 8,879 |
| Black | 10 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 6 |
| American Indian | 6 |
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Hispanic8,879 (97.9%)
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White168 (1.9%)
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Black10 (0.1%)
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Two or More6 (0.1%)
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American Indian6 (0.1%)
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Asian4 (0.0%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 11 |
| Middle | 4 |
| High | 4 |
| Other | 5 |
School Map
District Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| District type: | Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union |
| Charter: | Not a charter district |
| Number of schools: | 23 |
| Students: | 9,073* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 1,266.1* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.2 |
Schools in SAN BENITO CISD
Found 24 Schools
2,057 Students
High School 9th - 12th
558 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
645 Students
Secondary School 9th - 9th
367 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th