RICARDO ISD

Located at 138 W CR 2160 in Kingsville, Texas, Ricardo Independent School District is an active, traditional public school district serving families within a distant rural setting in the greater Kingsville metropolitan area. Operating two dedicated school campuses, the district focuses exclusively on early childhood, elementary, and lower-secondary education, providing continuous instruction from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. This focused grade span allows the district to cultivate a cohesive, close-knit learning community specifically tailored to young learners before they transition to high school.

The district currently serves a student body of 659 children, featuring a balanced enrollment across grade levels with a vibrant demographic makeup largely composed of Hispanic students, alongside White, Asian, Black, and multiracial learners. To foster an enriched academic environment, Ricardo ISD maintains a well-balanced staffing structure comprising 170 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes approximately 89 dedicated classroom teachers supported by a network of 81 operational and support personnel, ensuring students benefit from personalized attention, robust campus resources, and a supportive educational environment.