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#3757 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 44% in state
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy
Middle School · EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
P O BOX 127, Edcouch, TX 78538
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 6th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,757 of 8,552
In Edcouch
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy is a public middle school in Edcouch, TX, part of EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD. David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades 6th-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,757 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
35% of students at David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy 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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David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy — Students at David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy Compares
See how David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy 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 127, Edcouch, TX 78538
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JOSE BORREGO MIDDLE (rated 6.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Monte Alto), with a very similar rating. Another option is LA VILLA MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby La Villa), a more accessible option. Additionally, CARLOS TRUAN J H (rated 4.5/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Edcouch, see our Edcouch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JORGE R GUTIERREZ EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Edcouch | 0.5 mi | 2.6 |
| SANTIAGO GARCIA EL Edcouch | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| RUBEN C RODRIGUEZ EL Edcouch | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| EDCOUCH-ELSA H S Edcouch | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| EDCOUCH-ELSA H S ACADEMY Edcouch | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| CARLOS TRUAN J H Edcouch | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| L B J EL Edcouch | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| IDEA ELSA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Elsa | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| IDEA ELSA ACADEMY Elsa | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| KENNEDY EL Edcouch | 2.1 mi | 2.9 |
| LA VILLA EARLY COLLEGE H S La Villa | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| LA VILLA MIDDLE La Villa | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| JOSE BERNABE MUNOZ EL La Villa | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ROBERTO GARATE EL Monte Alto | 5.1 mi | 5.2 |
| JOSE BORREGO MIDDLE Monte Alto | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTE ALTO H S Monte Alto | 5.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MARIA ALICIA P MUNOZ EL Donna | 6.3 mi | 4.3 |
| PFC MARIO YBARRA EL Weslaco | 7.0 mi | 6.5 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY EL Edinburg | 6.5 mi | 6.5 |
| SAN CARLOS EL Edinburg | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,904
Median Home Value
$87,300
Median Rent
$586/mo
Population
10,740
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
35.6%
Median Age
34.2
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| JAMES L GERMANY MIDDLE Dekalb, TX | 6.7 |
| ROGERS MIDDLE Rogers, TX | 6.7 |
| BRECKENRIDGE J H Breckenridge, TX | 6.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy
What grades does David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy serve?
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy serves students in grades 6th through 6th.
How many students attend David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy?
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy rank in TX?
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy ranks #3,757 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy a charter school?
No, David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy?
93.4% of students at David Ybarra Fine Arts Academy 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
- 6th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 290
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (956) 262-6000
Resources & Links
District
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,398
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,208
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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