Needs Improvement
#8171 of 8,552 schools in TX
Canales EL
Elementary School · BROWNSVILLE ISD
1811 INTERNATIONAL BLVD, Brownsville, TX 78521
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,171 of 8,552
In Brownsville
#66 of 66
public schools
In district
#51 of 51
BROWNSVILLE ISD
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Canales EL
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About Canales EL
Canales EL is a public elementary school in Brownsville, TX, part of BROWNSVILLE ISD. Canales EL serves approximately 640 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Canales EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,171 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Canales EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Canales 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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Canales EL — Students at Canales EL score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.8%
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: 2.0/10.
How Canales EL Compares
See how Canales 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
1811 INTERNATIONAL BLVD, Brownsville, TX 78521
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canales EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARTIN EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROWNSVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHARP EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FAULK MIDDLE Brownsville | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| GUADALUPE REGIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Brownsville | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| PORTER EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| CROMACK EL Brownsville | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| CASTANEDA EL Brownsville | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| BROWNSVILLE EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| PUTEGNAT EL Brownsville | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| SHARP EL Brownsville | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PEREZ EL Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| EGLY EL Brownsville | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| OLIVEIRA MIDDLE Brownsville | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| DEL CASTILLO EL Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| MARTIN EL Brownsville | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| HANNA EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| SKINNER EL Brownsville | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| PREMIER H S OF BROWNSVILLE Lewisville | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brownsville | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| BROWNSVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Brownsville | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,276
Median Home Value
$90,500
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
87,860
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
30.6%
Median Age
31.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALTA VISTA EL Waco, TX | 3.2 |
| AUDRE AND BERNARD RAPOPORT ACADEMY Waco, TX | 3.2 |
| BERTRAM EL Bertram, TX | 3.2 |
| BOWIE EL San Marcos, TX | 3.2 |
| BRADFORD EL San Angelo, TX | 3.2 |
| CROCKETT EL El Paso, TX | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canales EL
What grades does Canales EL serve?
Canales EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Canales EL?
Canales EL has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canales EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Canales EL is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canales EL rank in TX?
Canales EL ranks #8,171 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Canales EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Canales EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Canales EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canales EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Canales EL a charter school?
No, Canales EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canales EL a Title I school?
No, Canales EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canales EL?
97.8% of students at Canales 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
- 640
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (956) 548-8900
Resources & Links
District
BROWNSVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,065
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,041
- District Rank
- #51 of 51
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