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Calk-wilson EL

Elementary School · CORPUS CHRISTI ISD

3925 FT WORTH ST, Corpus Christi, TX 78411

Enrollment

732

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,004 of 8,552

In Corpus Christi

#45 of 83

public schools

In district

#25 of 52

CORPUS CHRISTI ISD

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Calk-wilson EL

5.9/10

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

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About Calk-wilson EL

Calk-wilson EL is a public elementary school in Corpus Christi, TX, part of CORPUS CHRISTI ISD. Calk-wilson EL serves approximately 732 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Calk-wilson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,004 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Calk-wilson EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Calk-wilson 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+2.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,836
Chronic Absenteeism34.3%

Calk-wilson EL — Students at Calk-wilson EL score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 61.1% (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
80%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
39.2%
ELA
45.1%
2024
Math
46%
ELA
48%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Calk-wilson EL Compares

See how Calk-wilson EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in TX
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

Location

3925 FT WORTH ST, Corpus Christi, TX 78411

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calk-wilson EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WINDSOR PARK G/T (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KOSTORYZ EL (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY-ELEM LEVEL (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Corpus Christi, see our Corpus Christi schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
HAMLIN MIDDLE Corpus Christi 0.1 mi 5.2
ANNAPOLIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Corpus Christi 0.3 mi 6.8
JEWISH COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL Corpus Christi 0.8 mi 3.5
MARY HELEN BERLANGA EL Corpus Christi 0.8 mi 4.6
VENTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corpus Christi 1.0 mi
RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY CORPUS CHRISTI Corpus Christi 1.0 mi 4.2
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Corpus Christi 1.1 mi 6.6
WINDSOR PARK G/T Corpus Christi 1.1 mi 9.3
RAY H S Corpus Christi 1.3 mi 6.1
BAKER MIDDLE Corpus Christi 1.2 mi 6.3
KING H S Corpus Christi 1.4 mi 5.2
HICKS EL Corpus Christi 1.4 mi 6.7
POR VIDA ACADEMY CORPUS CHRISTI San Antonio 1.6 mi 5.2
INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY-ELEM LEVEL Corpus Christi 1.7 mi 6.9
ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Corpus Christi 1.7 mi 6.0
YEAGER EL Corpus Christi 1.9 mi 5.4
HOUSTON EL Corpus Christi 1.9 mi 6.8
SOLID ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Corpus Christi 2.1 mi
SS. CYRIL & METHODIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Corpus Christi 1.9 mi 4.5
KOSTORYZ EL Corpus Christi 2.1 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,387

Median Home Value

$178,800

Median Rent

$1,199/mo

Population

24,061

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

61.5%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calk-wilson EL

What grades does Calk-wilson EL serve?

Calk-wilson EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Calk-wilson EL?

Calk-wilson EL has an enrollment of approximately 732 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calk-wilson EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Calk-wilson EL is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Calk-wilson EL rank in TX?

Calk-wilson EL ranks #5,004 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Calk-wilson EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Calk-wilson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Calk-wilson EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Calk-wilson EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Calk-wilson EL a charter school?

No, Calk-wilson EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Calk-wilson EL a Title I school?

No, Calk-wilson EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Calk-wilson EL?

83.6% of students at Calk-wilson 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
732
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Nueces County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

District

CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
District Enrollment
33,053
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,836
District Rank
#25 of 52

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