Excellent
#1509 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 18% in state
East Cliff EL
Elementary School · GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD
1140 BROADWAY, Portland, TX 78374
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,509 of 8,552
In Portland
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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East Cliff EL
Elementary School in Portland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Cliff EL
East Cliff EL is a public elementary school in Portland, TX, part of GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD. East Cliff EL serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. East Cliff EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,509 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for East Cliff EL show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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East Cliff EL — Students at East Cliff EL score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.5%
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: 7.6/10.
How East Cliff EL Compares
See how East Cliff 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
1140 BROADWAY, Portland, TX 78374
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Cliff EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLARK EL (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Corpus Christi), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GILBERT J MIRCOVICH EL (rated 7.0/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Ingleside), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLARK EL Portland | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| GREGORY-PORTLAND MIDDLE Portland | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| GREGORY-PORTLAND H S Portland | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| AUSTIN EL Gregory | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ANDREWS EL Portland | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| INGLESIDE H S Ingleside | 5.3 mi | 7.1 |
| LEON TAYLOR MIDDLE Ingleside | 5.4 mi | 6.8 |
| INGLESIDE PRI Ingleside | 6.3 mi | 5.5 |
| GILBERT J MIRCOVICH EL Ingleside | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| COASTAL HORIZONS ACADEMY Stephenville | 7.5 mi | 4.6 |
| RICARDO L TREVINO J H Taft | 7.6 mi | 5.5 |
| WOODROE PETTY EL Taft | 8.0 mi | 5.5 |
| TAFT H S Taft | 8.3 mi | 5.8 |
| CHARLIE MARSHALL EL Aransas Pass | 8.1 mi | 4.2 |
| COLES H S AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Corpus Christi | 8.7 mi | 7.9 |
| A C BLUNT MIDDLE Aransas Pass | 8.3 mi | 4.6 |
| ARANSAS PASS H S Aransas Pass | 8.4 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 9.3 mi | 7.2 |
| H T FAULK EL Aransas Pass | 9.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 9.9 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,580
Median Home Value
$225,800
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
20,152
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Cliff EL
What grades does East Cliff EL serve?
East Cliff EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend East Cliff EL?
East Cliff EL has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Cliff EL?
The student-teacher ratio at East Cliff EL is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Cliff EL rank in TX?
East Cliff EL ranks #1,509 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is East Cliff EL's MySchoolScout rating?
East Cliff EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 East Cliff EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Cliff EL has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is East Cliff EL a charter school?
No, East Cliff EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Cliff EL a Title I school?
No, East Cliff EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Cliff EL?
47.5% of students at East Cliff 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
- 592
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Patricio County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.3%
- Phone
- (361) 777-4255
Resources & Links
District
GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,963
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,220
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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