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Capitol EL

Elementary School · LEVELLAND ISD

704 11TH ST, Levelland, TX 79336

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.4

Grades

2nd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,835 of 8,552

In Levelland

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

LEVELLAND ISD

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Capitol EL

5.4/10

Elementary School in Levelland · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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About Capitol EL

Capitol EL is a public elementary school in Levelland, TX, part of LEVELLAND ISD. Capitol EL serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Capitol EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,835 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Capitol EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.65 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+2.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,300
Chronic Absenteeism7.5%

Capitol EL — Students at Capitol EL score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2010-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
46%
ELA
44%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Capitol EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in TX
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

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

704 11TH ST, Levelland, TX 79336

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Capitol EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNDOWN EL (rated 9.5/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Sundown), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEVELLAND ACADEMIC BEGINNINGS CENTER (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITTLEFIELD PRI (rated 7.3/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Littlefield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Levelland, see our Levelland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.5 mi
School Distance Rating
LEVELLAND MIDDLE Levelland 1.0 mi 5.8
MULLIN MOSAIC Mullin 1.3 mi
LEVELLAND H S Levelland 1.5 mi 7.6
LEVELLAND ACADEMIC BEGINNINGS CENTER Levelland 1.3 mi 7.3
SOUTH EL Levelland 1.8 mi 6.0
LEVELLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Levelland 2.3 mi
WHITHARRAL SCHOOL Whitharral 9.6 mi 8.4
SUNDOWN EL Sundown 12.1 mi 9.5
SUNDOWN H S Sundown 12.1 mi 7.9
SUNDOWN J H Sundown 12.1 mi 9.0
RACE (ROUGHNECK ALTERNATIVE CENTER FOR EDUCATION) Sundown 12.1 mi
SMYER SCHOOLS Smyer 11.4 mi 7.2
WHITEFACE SCHOOL Whiteface 14.7 mi 5.9
ROPES SCHOOL Ropesville 17.8 mi 7.2
ANTON SCHOOL Anton 18.7 mi 5.4
MEADOW SCHOOL Meadow 20.1 mi 5.2
LITTLEFIELD H S Littlefield 21.8 mi 8.0
LITTLEFIELD PRI Littlefield 22.4 mi 7.3
LITTLEFIELD J H Littlefield 22.5 mi 7.1
LITTLEFIELD EL Littlefield 22.5 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79336 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,724

Median Home Value

$124,900

Median Rent

$803/mo

Population

15,265

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

71.3%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Capitol EL

What grades does Capitol EL serve?

Capitol EL serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.

How many students attend Capitol EL?

Capitol EL has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Capitol EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Capitol EL is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Capitol EL rank in TX?

Capitol EL ranks #5,835 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Capitol EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Capitol EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Capitol EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Capitol EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).

Is Capitol EL a charter school?

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

Is Capitol EL a Title I school?

No, Capitol EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

73.2% of students at Capitol 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
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Hockley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.5%

District

LEVELLAND ISD
District Enrollment
2,617
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,300
District Rank
#5 of 5

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