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Dr William Long EL

Elementary School · PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD

3700 N RAIDERS DR, Pharr, TX 78577

Enrollment

797

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,709 of 8,552

In Pharr

#31 of 36

public schools

In district

#35 of 42

PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Dr William Long EL

5.5/10

Elementary School in Pharr · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Dr William Long EL

Dr William Long EL is a public elementary school in Pharr, TX, part of PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD. Dr William Long EL serves approximately 797 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr William Long EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,709 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Dr William Long EL show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,411
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Dr William Long EL — Students at Dr William Long EL score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
41.7%
ELA
50.1%
2024
Math
43%
ELA
49%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Dr William Long EL Compares

See how Dr William Long EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in TX
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3700 N RAIDERS DR, Pharr, TX 78577

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr William Long EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA OWASSA ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALLEN & WILLIAM ARNOLD EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SGT LEONEL TREVINO EL (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby San Juan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pharr, see our Pharr schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
PSJA NORTH EARLY COLLEGE H S Pharr 0.3 mi 8.3
LYNDON B JOHNSON MIDDLE Pharr 0.7 mi 7.7
RAUL LONGORIA EL Pharr 0.8 mi 5.6
ALLEN & WILLIAM ARNOLD EL Pharr 1.0 mi 7.4
IDEA OWASSA ACADEMY Pharr 1.3 mi 7.7
IDEA OWASSA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Pharr 1.3 mi 6.1
ARNOLDO CANTU SR EL San Juan 1.3 mi 6.5
DANIEL RAMIREZ EL Pharr 1.5 mi 7.1
HENRY FORD EL Pharr 1.7 mi 5.2
PSJA SOTOMAYOR BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY Pharr 1.7 mi 5.3
PSJA EARLY START Pharr 1.7 mi 4.2
DRS REED - MOCK EL San Juan 1.6 mi 6.6
JOHN DOEDYNS EL San Juan 1.9 mi 6.2
IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY SAN JUAN San Juan 1.9 mi 5.8
BUELL CENTRAL DAEP Pharr 2.1 mi 5.4
AMANDA GARZA-PENA EL San Juan 2.0 mi 7.0
SGT LEONEL TREVINO EL San Juan 2.1 mi 7.3
R YZAGUIRRE MIDDLE San Juan 2.2 mi 7.3
PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE H S Pharr 2.3 mi 9.5
IDEA ACADEMY SAN JUAN San Juan 2.3 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,768

Median Home Value

$111,500

Median Rent

$988/mo

Population

79,903

College Educated

17.5%

Homeownership

58.6%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

29.9%

Median Age

29.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr William Long EL

What grades does Dr William Long EL serve?

Dr William Long EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dr William Long EL?

Dr William Long EL has an enrollment of approximately 797 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr William Long EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr William Long EL is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dr William Long EL rank in TX?

Dr William Long EL ranks #5,709 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Dr William Long EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Dr William Long EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Dr William Long EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr William Long EL has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Dr William Long EL a charter school?

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

Is Dr William Long EL a Title I school?

No, Dr William Long EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr William Long EL?

95.6% of students at Dr William Long 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
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
797
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hidalgo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

District

PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
District Enrollment
30,008
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,411
District Rank
#35 of 42

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