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East Side EL

Elementary School · JACKSONVILLE ISD

P O BOX 631, Jacksonville, TX 75766

Enrollment

607

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,883 of 8,552

In Jacksonville

#1 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

JACKSONVILLE ISD

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East Side EL

6.0/10

Elementary School in Jacksonville · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About East Side EL

East Side EL is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, TX, part of JACKSONVILLE ISD. East Side EL serves approximately 607 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. East Side EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,883 of 8,552 schools in TX.

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

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,763
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

East Side EL — Students at East Side EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 63.5% (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
86%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
39.1%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
42%
ELA
46%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How East Side EL Compares

See how East Side EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in TX
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

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

P O BOX 631, Jacksonville, TX 75766

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Side EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BULLARD EL (rated 8.1/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Bullard), which scores notably higher. Another option is RUSK EL (rated 7.1/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Rusk), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BULLARD EARLY CHILDHOOD (rated 6.7/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Bullard), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.1 mi
School Distance Rating
JACKSONVILLE H S Jacksonville 0.7 mi 6.0
KIDS FIRST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville 0.9 mi
FRED DOUGLASS Jacksonville 1.3 mi 5.1
WEST SIDE EL Jacksonville 1.1 mi 3.3
JACKSONVILLE MIDDLE Jacksonville 1.3 mi 4.1
COMPASS CENTER Jacksonville 1.7 mi 5.3
NICHOLS INT Jacksonville 1.8 mi 3.7
JOE WRIGHT EL Jacksonville 1.9 mi 5.2
NEW SUMMERFIELD SCHOOL New Summerfield 9.9 mi 8.4
BULLARD H S Bullard 12.4 mi 7.7
BULLARD EL Bullard 12.5 mi 8.1
BULLARD PRI Bullard 12.5 mi 6.4
BULLARD EARLY CHILDHOOD Bullard 12.5 mi 6.7
BULLARD INT Bullard 12.7 mi 8.3
BULLARD MIDDLE Bullard 12.8 mi 8.4
RUSK EL Rusk 12.9 mi 7.1
THE BROOK HILL SCHOOL Bullard 13.8 mi 5.3
RUSK INT Rusk 13.9 mi 6.5
GW BRADFORD PRI Rusk 13.9 mi 6.6
RUSK H S Rusk 14.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75766 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,648

Median Home Value

$144,400

Median Rent

$858/mo

Population

25,988

College Educated

20.4%

Homeownership

70.1%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

21.8%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Side EL

What grades does East Side EL serve?

East Side EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend East Side EL?

East Side EL has an enrollment of approximately 607 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Side EL?

The student-teacher ratio at East Side 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 Side EL rank in TX?

East Side EL ranks #4,883 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is East Side EL's MySchoolScout rating?

East Side EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Side EL?

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

Is East Side EL a charter school?

No, East Side EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Side EL a Title I school?

No, East Side EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Side EL?

77.3% of students at East Side 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Cherokee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

District

JACKSONVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
4,834
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,763
District Rank
#1 of 8

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