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#5737 of 8,552 schools in TX
Airport EL
Elementary School · WESLACO ISD
410 N AIRPORT DR, Weslaco, TX 78596
Enrollment
795
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
795
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,737 of 8,552
In Weslaco
#16 of 26
public schools
In district
#10 of 17
WESLACO ISD
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Airport EL
Elementary School in Weslaco · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Airport EL
Airport EL is a public elementary school in Weslaco, TX, part of WESLACO ISD. Airport EL serves approximately 795 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Airport EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,737 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Airport EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Airport EL — Students at Airport EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.
How Airport EL Compares
See how Airport EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
410 N AIRPORT DR, Weslaco, TX 78596
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Airport EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA WESLACO PIKE ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PFC MARIO YBARRA EL (rated 6.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SAM HOUSTON EL (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Weslaco, see our Weslaco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA WESLACO PIKE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Weslaco | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| IDEA WESLACO PIKE ACADEMY Weslaco | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| PREMIER H S OF WESLACO Lewisville | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| SAM HOUSTON EL Weslaco | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| WESLACO EAST H S Weslaco | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| HIDALGO COUNTY BOOT CAMP Weslaco | 1.1 mi | — |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Weslaco | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| NORTH BRIDGE EL Weslaco | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ARMANDO CUELLAR MIDDLE Weslaco | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| SAN MARTIN DE PORRES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Weslaco | 1.2 mi | — |
| A N RICO EL Weslaco | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREP WESLACO Weslaco | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| IDEA ACADEMY WESLACO Weslaco | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| MARY HOGE MIDDLE Weslaco | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| DR R E MARGO EL Weslaco | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| WESLACO H S Weslaco | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SOUTH PALM GARDENS H S Weslaco | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| PFC MARIO YBARRA EL Weslaco | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| BEATRIZ G GARZA MIDDLE Weslaco | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD VIRTUAL ACADEMY Mercedes | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78596 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,797
Median Home Value
$92,800
Median Rent
$917/mo
Population
38,942
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
31.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Airport EL
What grades does Airport EL serve?
Airport EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Airport EL?
Airport EL has an enrollment of approximately 795 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Airport EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Airport EL is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Airport EL rank in TX?
Airport EL ranks #5,737 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Airport EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Airport EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Airport EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Airport EL has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Airport EL a charter school?
No, Airport EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Airport EL a Title I school?
No, Airport EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Airport EL?
87.0% of students at Airport EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 795
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.6%
- Phone
- (956) 969-6770
Resources & Links
District
WESLACO ISD- District Enrollment
- 16,430
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,558
- District Rank
- #10 of 17
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