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#3584 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 42% in state
Cano-gonzalez EL
Elementary School · EDINBURG CISD
P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,584 of 8,552
In Edinburg
#29 of 52
public schools
In district
#23 of 42
EDINBURG CISD
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Cano-gonzalez EL
Elementary School in Edinburg · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cano-gonzalez EL
Cano-gonzalez EL is a public elementary school in Edinburg, TX, part of EDINBURG CISD. Cano-gonzalez EL serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cano-gonzalez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,584 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cano-gonzalez EL show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Cano-gonzalez 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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Cano-gonzalez EL — Students at Cano-gonzalez EL score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.6%
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: 7.1/10.
How Cano-gonzalez EL Compares
See how Cano-gonzalez 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
P O BOX 990, Edinburg, TX 78540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cano-gonzalez EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JEFFERSON ELEM (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AUSTIN EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINCOLN EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edinburg, see our Edinburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MACARIA DELA GARZA GORENA EL Edinburg | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| L B JOHNSON EL Edinburg | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| IDEA TOROS COLLEGE PREPARATORY Edinburg | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| TRAVIS EL Edinburg | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| FRANCISCO BARRIENTES MIDDLE Edinburg | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| VANGUARD BEETHOVEN Edinburg | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ROBERT R VELA H S Edinburg | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| AUSTIN EL Edinburg | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| EDINBURG H S Edinburg | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| LINCOLN EL Edinburg | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM Edinburg | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| EDINBURG COLLEGIATE H S Edinburg | 1.6 mi | — |
| HIDALGO CO J J A E P Donna | 1.7 mi | — |
| HIDALGO CO J J A E P Edinburg | 1.7 mi | — |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR Edinburg | 1.7 mi | — |
| HIDALGO CO J J A E P Mission | 1.7 mi | — |
| HIDALGO CO J J A E P Weslaco | 1.7 mi | — |
| DR THOMAS ESPARZA EL Edinburg | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Edinburg | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| BETTS EL Edinburg | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cano-gonzalez EL
What grades does Cano-gonzalez EL serve?
Cano-gonzalez EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cano-gonzalez EL?
Cano-gonzalez EL has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cano-gonzalez EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Cano-gonzalez EL is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cano-gonzalez EL rank in TX?
Cano-gonzalez EL ranks #3,584 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cano-gonzalez EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Cano-gonzalez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Cano-gonzalez EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cano-gonzalez EL has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cano-gonzalez EL a charter school?
No, Cano-gonzalez EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cano-gonzalez EL a Title I school?
No, Cano-gonzalez EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cano-gonzalez EL?
85.6% of students at Cano-gonzalez 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
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (956) 289-2380
Resources & Links
District
EDINBURG CISD- District Enrollment
- 33,810
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,129
- District Rank
- #23 of 42
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