Below Average
#6749 of 8,552 schools in TX
Allen EL
Elementary School · CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
1414 18TH ST, Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,749 of 8,552
In Corpus Christi
#66 of 83
public schools
In district
#39 of 52
CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
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Allen EL
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About Allen EL
Allen EL is a public elementary school in Corpus Christi, TX, part of CORPUS CHRISTI ISD. Allen EL serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Allen EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,749 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Allen EL show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Allen EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Allen EL — Students at Allen EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
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: 5.1/10.
How Allen EL Compares
See how Allen EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1414 18TH ST, Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Allen EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MENGER EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corpus Christi, see our Corpus Christi schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WYNN SEALE METROPOLITAN SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| COLLEGIATE H S Corpus Christi | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| PROMESA COLLEGE PREP WEST CORPUS CHRISTI Corpus Christi | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| MENGER EL Corpus Christi | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| TRAVIS EL Corpus Christi | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ZAVALA EL Corpus Christi | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| SHAW SES Corpus Christi | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| MARTIN MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| ROY MILLER H S AND METRO SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY-ELEM LEVEL Corpus Christi | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| HOUSTON EL Corpus Christi | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| HAROLD T BRANCH ACADEMY FOR CAREER & TECHNICAL ED Corpus Christi | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| COLES H S AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Corpus Christi | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| DRISCOLL MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| RAY H S Corpus Christi | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BAKER MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,264
Median Home Value
$180,500
Median Rent
$1,172/mo
Population
13,607
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
53.1%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
45.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ALONSO S PERALES EL San Antonio, TX | 4.7 |
| BOOKER T WASHINGTON EL Wichita Falls, TX | 4.7 |
| CHARLES C BALL EL San Antonio, TX | 4.7 |
| CROCKETT EL Borger, TX | 4.7 |
| CRUTCHFIELD EL Sherman, TX | 4.7 |
| ELROD EL San Antonio, TX | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Allen EL
What grades does Allen EL serve?
Allen EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Allen EL?
Allen EL has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Allen EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Allen EL is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Allen EL rank in TX?
Allen EL ranks #6,749 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Allen EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Allen EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Allen EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Allen EL has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Allen EL a charter school?
No, Allen EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Allen EL a Title I school?
No, Allen EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Allen EL?
96.2% of students at Allen 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
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Nueces County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (361) 878-2140
Resources & Links
District
CORPUS CHRISTI ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,053
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,836
- District Rank
- #39 of 52
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