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Bear Creek EL

Elementary School · GRAPEVINE-COLLEYVILLE ISD

401 BEAR CREEK DR, Euless, TX 76039

Enrollment

545

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,717 of 8,552

In Euless

#14 of 15

public schools

In district

#17 of 20

GRAPEVINE-COLLEYVILLE ISD

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Bear Creek EL

6.1/10

Elementary School in Euless · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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About Bear Creek EL

Bear Creek EL is a public elementary school in Euless, TX, part of GRAPEVINE-COLLEYVILLE ISD. Bear Creek EL serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bear Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,717 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Bear Creek EL show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.7 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,666
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Bear Creek EL — Students at Bear Creek EL score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 68.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 74.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
56%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Bear Creek EL Compares

See how Bear Creek EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in TX
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

401 BEAR CREEK DR, Euless, TX 76039

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bear Creek EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HERITAGE EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Grapevine), which scores notably higher. Another option is TAYLOR EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Colleyville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILSHIRE EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Euless, see our Euless schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LAKEWOOD EL Euless 0.8 mi 6.9
NORTH EULESS EL Euless 1.3 mi 6.5
GRAPEVINE EL Grapevine 1.3 mi 7.8
COLLEYVILLE HERITAGE H S Colleyville 1.4 mi 7.5
HERITAGE MIDDLE Colleyville 1.5 mi 8.8
HERITAGE EL Grapevine 1.6 mi 8.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF GRAPEVINE COLLEYVILLE Grapevine 1.8 mi
ARBOR CREEK EL Euless 1.9 mi 7.4
MIDWAY PARK EL Euless 2.0 mi 7.2
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Grapevine 1.9 mi 6.8
TRINITY H S Euless 2.0 mi 6.2
EULESS J H Euless 2.2 mi 7.0
THE NOVUS ACADEMY Grapevine 2.2 mi 7.1
HARWOOD J H Bedford 2.0 mi 8.3
MEADOW CREEK EL Bedford 2.2 mi 7.9
TAYLOR EL Colleyville 2.5 mi 8.0
SPRING GARDEN EL Bedford 2.5 mi 7.5
SOUTH EULESS EL Euless 2.9 mi 5.6
OAKWOOD TERRACE EL Euless 3.0 mi 6.7
WILSHIRE EL Euless 2.9 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,177

Median Home Value

$315,300

Median Rent

$1,690/mo

Population

40,664

College Educated

42.9%

Homeownership

35.4%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

34.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bear Creek EL

What grades does Bear Creek EL serve?

Bear Creek EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bear Creek EL?

Bear Creek EL has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bear Creek EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Bear Creek EL is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bear Creek EL rank in TX?

Bear Creek EL ranks #4,717 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Bear Creek EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Bear Creek EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Bear Creek EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bear Creek EL has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bear Creek EL a charter school?

No, Bear Creek EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bear Creek EL a Title I school?

No, Bear Creek EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bear Creek EL?

46.2% of students at Bear Creek 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

District

GRAPEVINE-COLLEYVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
13,565
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,666
District Rank
#17 of 20

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