Below Average
#6983 of 8,552 schools in TX
Carrizo Springs EL
Elementary School · CARRIZO SPRINGS CISD
300 N 7TH ST, Carrizo Springs, TX 78834
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,983 of 8,552
In Carrizo Springs
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
CARRIZO SPRINGS CISD
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Carrizo Springs EL
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About Carrizo Springs EL
Carrizo Springs EL is a public elementary school in Carrizo Springs, TX, part of CARRIZO SPRINGS CISD. Carrizo Springs EL serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Carrizo Springs EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,983 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Carrizo Springs EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Carrizo Springs 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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Carrizo Springs EL — Students at Carrizo Springs EL score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
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: 3.8/10.
How Carrizo Springs EL Compares
See how Carrizo Springs 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
300 N 7TH ST, Carrizo Springs, TX 78834
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carrizo Springs EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ZAVALA EL (rated 8.1/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Crystal City), which scores notably higher. Another option is LA PRYOR EL (rated 7.6/10, 28.9 miles away, in nearby La Pryor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BENITO JUAREZ EL (rated 5.3/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Crystal City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Carrizo Springs, see our Carrizo Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
12 within 33.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARRIZO SPRINGS INT Carrizo Springs | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CARRIZO SPRINGS H S Carrizo Springs | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| CARRIZO SPRINGS J H Carrizo Springs | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| WINTERGARTEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Crystal City | 10.6 mi | 5.8 |
| STERLING H FLY JR H S Crystal City | 11.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CRYSTAL CITY H S Crystal City | 11.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ZAVALA EL Crystal City | 11.8 mi | 8.1 |
| BENITO JUAREZ EL Crystal City | 11.8 mi | 5.3 |
| DR TOMAS RIVERA EL Crystal City | 11.8 mi | 4.0 |
| LA PRYOR EL La Pryor | 28.9 mi | 7.6 |
| LA PRYOR H S La Pryor | 29.0 mi | 7.7 |
| BATESVILLE SCHOOL Uvalde | 33.2 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,250
Median Home Value
$70,300
Median Rent
$833/mo
Population
7,204
College Educated
11.7%
Homeownership
58.9%
Poverty Rate
46.4%
Median Age
34.9
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| ALCORTA EL Abilene, TX | 4.5 |
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| BOWIE EL Rosenberg, TX | 4.5 |
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| BURGIN EL Arlington, TX | 4.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carrizo Springs EL
What grades does Carrizo Springs EL serve?
Carrizo Springs EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Carrizo Springs EL?
Carrizo Springs EL has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carrizo Springs EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Carrizo Springs EL is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carrizo Springs EL rank in TX?
Carrizo Springs EL ranks #6,983 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Carrizo Springs EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Carrizo Springs EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Carrizo Springs EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carrizo Springs EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carrizo Springs EL a charter school?
No, Carrizo Springs EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carrizo Springs EL a Title I school?
No, Carrizo Springs EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carrizo Springs EL?
87.2% of students at Carrizo Springs 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 601
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Dimmit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (830) 876-3513
Resources & Links
District
CARRIZO SPRINGS CISD- District Enrollment
- 1,915
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,683
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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