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#671 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 8% in state

Coupland EL

Elementary School · COUPLAND ISD

620 S COMMERCE ST, Coupland, TX 78615

Enrollment

296

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Texas elementary schools

#371 of 4,678

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Coupland EL

Coupland EL is a public elementary school in Coupland, TX, part of the COUPLAND ISD. The school serves approximately 296 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 92.2th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 47% proficiency in math and 52% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $112,805, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a distant rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

Located in a rural area, Coupland EL may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47%
Reading/ELA Proficiency47%
Overall Proficiency47%
Expected (poverty-adj.)35%
vs. Expected+12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,506

Coupland EL — Students at Coupland EL score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 47.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
47%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Coupland EL Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
92th percentile in TX
Academic
8.6/10
8.6/10
Growth
8.0/10
Above average
Environment
8.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers

Location

620 S COMMERCE ST, Coupland, TX 78615

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coupland EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THRALL EL (rated 8.5/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Thrall), with a very similar rating. Another option is NEIDIG EL (rated 7.4/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Elgin), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RAY EL (rated 6.4/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Hutto), a more accessible option. For more schools in Coupland, see our Coupland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ELGIN H S Elgin 6.1 mi 5.1
PHOENIX H S Elgin 6.1 mi 6.6
NEIDIG EL Elgin 6.5 mi 7.4
ELGIN MIDDLE Elgin 6.6 mi 5.2
TAYLOR H S Taylor 6.9 mi 5.7
ELGIN EL Elgin 7.2 mi 2.9
ELGIN INT Elgin 7.4 mi 3.0
BOOKER T WASHINGTON EL Elgin 7.9 mi 4.3
LEGACY EARLY COLLEGE H S Taylor 8.2 mi 9.0
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Taylor 8.3 mi 8.5
NAOMI PASEMANN EL Taylor 9.6 mi 4.5
MAIN STREET EL Taylor 9.8 mi 5.6
TH JOHNSON EL Taylor 9.8 mi 6.1
TAYLOR MIDDLE Taylor 10.3 mi 5.0
MOTT EL Pflugerville 9.4 mi 5.5
CELE MIDDLE Pflugerville 9.4 mi 5.6
RAY EL Hutto 9.8 mi 6.4
FARLEY MIDDLE Hutto 10.0 mi 5.0
THRALL EL Thrall 10.9 mi 8.5
THRALL MIDDLE Thrall 10.9 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,805

Median Home Value

$348,900

Median Rent

$817/mo

Population

1,540

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

84.2%

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

32.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Coupland EL has a median household income of $112,805. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $348,900, with a median rent of $817/month. The local poverty rate of 5.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ABERNATHY EL Abernathy, TX 8.3
ANN WHITNEY EL Hamilton, TX 8.3
BROOKHOLLOW EL Lufkin, TX 8.3
CENTRAL EL Palacios, TX 8.3
CLARA OLIVER EL Dallas, TX 8.3
DUNBAR PRI Lufkin, TX 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coupland EL

What grades does Coupland EL serve?

Coupland EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Coupland EL?

Coupland EL has an enrollment of approximately 296 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Coupland EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Coupland EL is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coupland EL rank in TX?

Coupland EL is ranked #671 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Coupland EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Coupland EL has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Coupland EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Coupland EL has 47.0% math proficiency and 52.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Coupland EL a charter school?

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

Is Coupland EL a Title I school?

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

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

70.6% of students at Coupland 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Average (315/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
296
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Williamson County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

COUPLAND ISD
District Enrollment
296
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,589
District Rank
#1 of 1

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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