Very Good
#2583 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 30% in state
Derry EL
Elementary School · POINT ISABEL ISD
101 PORT RD, Port Isabel, TX 78578
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
409
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,583 of 8,552
In Port Isabel
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
POINT ISABEL ISD
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Derry EL
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About Derry EL
Derry EL is a public elementary school in Port Isabel, TX, part of POINT ISABEL ISD. Derry EL serves approximately 409 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Derry EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,583 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Derry EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Derry EL — Students at Derry EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
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: 6.8/10.
How Derry EL Compares
See how Derry 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
101 PORT RD, Port Isabel, TX 78578
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Derry EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA ROBINDALE ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Brownsville), with a very similar rating. Another option is PALMER-LAAKSO EL (rated 7.6/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Los Fresnos), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LOPEZ-RIGGINS EL (rated 7.6/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Los Fresnos), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port Isabel, see our Port Isabel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GARRIGA EL Port Isabel | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| PORT ISABEL J H Port Isabel | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| PORT ISABEL EARLY COLLEGE H S Port Isabel | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| LAGUNA MADRE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Laguna Vista | 6.1 mi | 4.6 |
| BRITE EL Brownsville | 15.4 mi | 6.4 |
| RIVERA EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 15.1 mi | 5.8 |
| VERMILLION ROAD EL Brownsville | 15.3 mi | 7.0 |
| GARCIA MIDDLE Brownsville | 15.5 mi | 6.3 |
| PENA EL Brownsville | 15.7 mi | 7.3 |
| LOS FRESNOS H S Los Fresnos | 15.3 mi | 6.3 |
| LUCIO MIDDLE Brownsville | 16.1 mi | 7.0 |
| PALMER-LAAKSO EL Los Fresnos | 15.4 mi | 7.6 |
| EL JARDIN EL Brownsville | 16.2 mi | 6.8 |
| LOPEZ-RIGGINS EL Los Fresnos | 16.0 mi | 7.6 |
| IDEA ROBINDALE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville | 16.7 mi | 8.2 |
| IDEA ROBINDALE ACADEMY Brownsville | 16.7 mi | 7.7 |
| GONZALEZ EL Brownsville | 16.9 mi | 7.3 |
| PERKINS MIDDLE Brownsville | 17.0 mi | 7.0 |
| BREEDEN EL Brownsville | 16.8 mi | 5.7 |
| GALLEGOS EL Brownsville | 16.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78578 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,041
Median Home Value
$193,700
Median Rent
$763/mo
Population
10,231
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
48.2
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| B B OWEN EL The Colony, TX | 7.4 |
| BUCKNER PREPARATORY Dallas, TX | 7.4 |
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| CARL SCHURZ EL New Braunfels, TX | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Derry EL
What grades does Derry EL serve?
Derry EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Derry EL?
Derry EL has an enrollment of approximately 409 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Derry EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Derry EL is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Derry EL rank in TX?
Derry EL ranks #2,583 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Derry EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Derry EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Derry EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Derry EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Derry EL a charter school?
No, Derry EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Derry EL a Title I school?
No, Derry EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Derry EL?
84.1% of students at Derry 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 409
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (956) 943-0070
Resources & Links
District
POINT ISABEL ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,857
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,836
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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