School Overview
Sam Fordyce Elementary, located at 801 FM 886 in Sullivan City, Texas, is a public school that serves as a key educational institution within the La Joya Independent School District. Situated in a rural community near the U.S.-Mexico border, the school plays a vital role in providing academic instruction and support services to a predominantly Hispanic student population. Like many schools in this region, Sam Fordyce Elementary is committed to fostering a bilingual and bicultural learning environment, focusing on foundational literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development to prepare students for success in higher grade levels.

The school operates as a central hub for the small Sullivan City community, often emphasizing close-knit teacher-student relationships and community engagement. As part of the La Joya ISD, Sam Fordyce Elementary benefits from the district's extensive resources, including technology integration and specialized programs designed to assist English Language Learners (ELLs). By prioritizing academic excellence alongside a supportive environment, the school strives to overcome regional socio-economic challenges and ensure that all students have access to equitable educational opportunities within the Rio Grande Valley.
356
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SAM FORDYCE EL
Demographic Student Count
Hispanic356
  • Hispanic
    356 (100.0%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: LA JOYA ISD
Phone: (956)323-2490
Website: http://www.lajoyaisd.com
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 356
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 350
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 84
Kindergarten 42
Grade 1 39
Grade 2 40
Grade 3 60
Grade 4 48
Grade 5 43

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SAM FORDYCE EL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten84
Kindergarten42
Grade 139
Grade 240
Grade 360
Grade 448
Grade 543
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SAM FORDYCE EL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18451.7%
Male17248.3%