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#675 of 883 private schools in TX
Covenant Christian Academy
Elementary School
4201 N WARE RD, Mcallen, TX 78504
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#675 of 883
In Mcallen
#4 of 4
public schools
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Covenant Christian Academy
Elementary School in Mcallen · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Covenant Christian Academy
Covenant Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Mcallen, TX. Covenant Christian Academy serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Covenant Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #675 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Covenant Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Covenant Christian Academy compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Mcallen, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Covenant Christian Academy (this school) | 5.4 |
| CASTANEDA EL | 8.0 |
| DE LEON MIDDLE | 7.5 |
| MCAULIFFE EL | 6.3 |
| LUCILE HENDRICKS EL | 8.3 |
| GARZA EL | 6.9 |
| SEGUIN EL | 5.9 |
| MILAM EL | 8.9 |
| MICHAEL E FOSSUM MIDDLE | 8.5 |
| ALVAREZ EL | 6.4 |
| RAYBURN EL | 8.6 |
| MORRIS MIDDLE | 8.4 |
| JACKSON EL | 7.2 |
| BLANCA E SANCHEZ | 8.3 |
| IDEA MCALLEN COLLEGE PREPARATORY | 7.2 |
| IDEA MCALLEN ACADEMY | 4.0 |
| DR PABLO PEREZ | 8.3 |
| WILSON EL | 5.7 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI - STEM ACADEMY | 7.8 |
| GONZALEZ EL | 9.2 |
| THIGPEN-ZAVALA EL | 8.5 |
Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Mcallen
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4201 N WARE RD, Mcallen, TX 78504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Covenant Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILAM EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAYBURN EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUCILE HENDRICKS EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mcallen, see our Mcallen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CASTANEDA EL Mcallen | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| DE LEON MIDDLE Mcallen | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| MCAULIFFE EL Mcallen | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| LUCILE HENDRICKS EL Mcallen | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| DONNA WERNECKE EL Mission | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SHARYLAND NORTH J H Mission | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTHWEST KEY PROGRAM Mcallen | 1.1 mi | — |
| QUEST COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-MCALLEN Lewisville | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| GARZA EL Mcallen | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ROWE H S Mc Allen | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| SEGUIN EL Mcallen | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTH TEXAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcallen | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| MCALLEN H S Mcallen | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ACHIEVE EARLY COLLEGE H S Mcallen | 1.9 mi | 9.5 |
| MILAM EL Mcallen | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| MICHAEL E FOSSUM MIDDLE Mcallen | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ALVAREZ EL Mcallen | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Mcallen | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| OLIVERO GARZA SR EL Mission | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| RAYBURN EL Mcallen | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,627
Median Home Value
$203,900
Median Rent
$1,178/mo
Population
61,816
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Covenant Christian Academy
What grades does Covenant Christian Academy serve?
Covenant Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Covenant Christian Academy?
Covenant Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Covenant Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Covenant Christian Academy is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Covenant Christian Academy rank in TX?
Covenant Christian Academy ranks #675 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Covenant Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Covenant Christian Academy 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.
Is Covenant Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Covenant Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Covenant Christian Academy a religious school?
Covenant Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 243
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Phone
- (956) 686-7886
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