Needs Improvement
#8185 of 8,552 schools in TX
De Zavala EL
Elementary School · GOOSE CREEK CISD
P O BOX 30, Baytown, TX 77520
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,185 of 8,552
In Baytown
#30 of 30
public schools
In district
#30 of 30
GOOSE CREEK CISD
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De Zavala EL
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About De Zavala EL
De Zavala EL is a public elementary school in Baytown, TX, part of GOOSE CREEK CISD. De Zavala EL serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. De Zavala EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,185 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for De Zavala EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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De Zavala EL — Students at De Zavala EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.9%
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: 2.4/10.
How De Zavala EL Compares
See how De Zavala 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
P O BOX 30, Baytown, TX 77520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering De Zavala EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALAMO EL (rated 7.3/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROCKETT EL (rated 7.1/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baytown, see our Baytown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORACE MANN J H Baytown | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| ASHBEL SMITH EL Baytown | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| CARVER EL Baytown | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| LAMAR EL Baytown | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| JAMES BOWIE EL Baytown | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| IMPACT EARLY COLLEGE H S Baytown | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| LEE H S Baytown | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| PETER E HYLAND CENTER Baytown | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| STUART CAREER TECH H S Baytown | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CEDAR BAYOU J H Baytown | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Baytown | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SAN JACINTO EL Baytown | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Baytown | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| STERLING H S Baytown | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| STEPHEN F AUSTIN EL Baytown | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CROCKETT EL Baytown | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| SHEILA LILES EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Baytown | 3.7 mi | — |
| BAYTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baytown | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| GCCISD VIRTUAL ACADEMY Baytown | 4.6 mi | — |
| ALAMO EL Baytown | 4.8 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,249
Median Home Value
$144,200
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Population
35,724
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
37.1
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| ALTA VISTA EL Waco, TX | 3.2 |
| AUDRE AND BERNARD RAPOPORT ACADEMY Waco, TX | 3.2 |
| BERTRAM EL Bertram, TX | 3.2 |
| BOWIE EL San Marcos, TX | 3.2 |
| BRADFORD EL San Angelo, TX | 3.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about De Zavala EL
What grades does De Zavala EL serve?
De Zavala EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend De Zavala EL?
De Zavala EL has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at De Zavala EL?
The student-teacher ratio at De Zavala EL is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does De Zavala EL rank in TX?
De Zavala EL ranks #8,185 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is De Zavala EL's MySchoolScout rating?
De Zavala EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 De Zavala EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, De Zavala EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is De Zavala EL a charter school?
No, De Zavala EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is De Zavala EL a Title I school?
No, De Zavala EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for De Zavala EL?
84.9% of students at De Zavala 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 589
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.5%
- Phone
- (281) 420-4920
Resources & Links
District
GOOSE CREEK CISD- District Enrollment
- 24,108
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,521
- District Rank
- #30 of 30
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