Very Good
#2641 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 31% in state
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL
Elementary School · BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO ISD
401 WHITNEY DR, Alice, TX 78332
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,641 of 8,552
In Alice
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO ISD
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL
Elementary School in Alice · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL is a public elementary school in Alice, TX, part of BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO ISD. Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,641 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL — Students at Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.1%
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: 6.7/10.
How Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL Compares
See how Ben Bolt-palito Blanco 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
401 WHITNEY DR, Alice, TX 78332
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SANTA GERTRUDIS SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Kingsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is DUBOSE EL (rated 8.0/10, 7.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AGUA DULCE EL (rated 7.9/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Agua Dulce), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Alice, see our Alice schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO H S Alice | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| SAENZ EL Alice | 6.5 mi | 6.0 |
| NOONAN EL Alice | 7.3 mi | 5.1 |
| ADAMS MIDDLE Alice | 7.4 mi | 4.8 |
| ST ELIZABETH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alice | 7.4 mi | 4.9 |
| ALICE H S Alice | 7.6 mi | 3.9 |
| DUBOSE EL Alice | 7.7 mi | 8.0 |
| SCHALLERT EL Alice | 7.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ALICE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alice | 7.9 mi | — |
| COLLINS-PARR EL San Diego | 12.2 mi | 6.9 |
| SAN DIEGO H S San Diego | 12.3 mi | 5.6 |
| BERNARDA JAIME J H San Diego | 12.5 mi | 6.5 |
| AGUA DULCE EL Agua Dulce | 13.9 mi | 7.9 |
| AGUA DULCE H S Agua Dulce | 13.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SANTA GERTRUDIS SCHOOL Kingsville | 14.3 mi | 8.6 |
| SANTA GERTRUDIS ACADEMY H S Kingsville | 15.0 mi | 8.8 |
| HARREL EL Kingsville | 15.6 mi | 5.5 |
| EPIPHANY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingsville | 15.7 mi | — |
| GILLETT MIDDLE Kingsville | 16.5 mi | 3.4 |
| JUBILEE KINGSVILLE San Antonio | 16.8 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,199
Median Home Value
$97,900
Median Rent
$897/mo
Population
27,281
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
27.9%
Median Age
34.8
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| CLYDE INT Clyde, TX | 7.3 |
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| DISHMAN EL Harlingen, TX | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL
What grades does Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL serve?
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL?
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL rank in TX?
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL ranks #2,641 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL a charter school?
No, Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL a Title I school?
No, Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ben Bolt-palito Blanco EL?
88.1% of students at Ben Bolt-palito Blanco 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 260
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Jim Wells County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (361) 664-9568
Resources & Links
District
BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO ISD- District Enrollment
- 455
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,190
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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