Best Schools in Elsa, Texas
2 schools in the directory · 1 Elementary · 1 Other
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Idea Elsa Academy
Elementary · Idea Public Schools. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Idea Elsa College Preparatory
Other · Idea Public Schools. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
2 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
2 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +4.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Elsa public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Elsa
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (2 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Idea Elsa Academy | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Idea Elsa College Preparatory | 5.2 / 10 |
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About Schools in Elsa, Texas
Elsa, Texas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
The 2 public schools in this comparison average 6.3 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Idea Elsa Academy with a composite score of 7.3/10.
Elsa is served by 1 school district: IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 76,819 students.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 722 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 632 students · 6th–11th | 5.2 |
Schools in Elsa
Elsa, Texas · 2 schools
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Common questions about schools in Elsa, Texas
How many schools are in Elsa, Texas?
Elsa has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Elsa, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 2 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Elsa is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Elsa, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Elsa on MySchoolScout is Idea Elsa Academy with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Elsa, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Elsa on MySchoolScout is Idea Elsa Academy with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Elsa, Texas?
Elsa is served by 1 school district: Idea Public Schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Elsa, Texas?
Among 2 public schools in Elsa that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 20.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Elsa, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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