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#3814 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 45% in state

Edith & Ethel Carman EL

Elementary School · PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD

100 W RIDGE RD, San Juan, TX 78589

Enrollment

642

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,814 of 8,552

In San Juan

#7 of 13

public schools

In district

#28 of 42

PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Edith & Ethel Carman EL

6.7/10

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

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About Edith & Ethel Carman EL

Edith & Ethel Carman EL is a public elementary school in San Juan, TX, part of PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD. Edith & Ethel Carman EL serves approximately 642 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Edith & Ethel Carman EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,814 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Edith & Ethel Carman EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+6.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+11.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,411
Chronic Absenteeism10.1%

Edith & Ethel Carman EL — Students at Edith & Ethel Carman EL score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 62.4% (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
87%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
45.3%
2024
Math
50%
ELA
48%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Edith & Ethel Carman EL Compares

See how Edith & Ethel Carman EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
55th percentile in TX
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

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

100 W RIDGE RD, San Juan, TX 78589

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edith & Ethel Carman EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALFRED SORENSEN EL (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is KELLY-PHARR EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Pharr), with a very similar rating. Additionally, THE PHARR ORATORY OF ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL SYSTEM (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Pharr), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PSJA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS San Juan 0.6 mi
PSJA EARLY COLLEGE H S San Juan 0.6 mi 8.7
AUSTIN MIDDLE San Juan 0.7 mi 8.5
ALFRED SORENSEN EL San Juan 0.8 mi 7.0
VANGUARD REMBRANDT Pharr 1.0 mi 6.7
THE PHARR ORATORY OF ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL SYSTEM Pharr 1.1 mi 6.3
IDEA ACADEMY SAN JUAN San Juan 1.2 mi 4.8
ELVIS J BALLEW H S Pharr 1.2 mi 8.1
VIDA N CLOVER EL San Juan 1.3 mi 5.1
LIBERTY MIDDLE Pharr 1.3 mi 8.3
PREMIER H S OF SAN JUAN Lewisville 1.4 mi 4.0
KELLY-PHARR EL Pharr 1.4 mi 6.8
PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE H S Pharr 1.5 mi 9.5
PSJA SOTOMAYOR BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY Pharr 1.7 mi 5.3
JESUS - JESSE - VELA JR MIDDLE Alamo 1.6 mi 8.0
VANGUARD PICASSO Edinburg 1.6 mi 5.9
HENRY FORD EL Pharr 1.8 mi 5.2
JOHN DOEDYNS EL San Juan 1.9 mi 6.2
JOHN MCKEEVER EL Alamo 1.8 mi 5.8
PSJA EARLY START Pharr 2.0 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78589 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,662

Median Home Value

$112,400

Median Rent

$926/mo

Population

39,958

College Educated

13.5%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

26.1%

Median Age

29.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edith & Ethel Carman EL

What grades does Edith & Ethel Carman EL serve?

Edith & Ethel Carman EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Edith & Ethel Carman EL?

Edith & Ethel Carman EL has an enrollment of approximately 642 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edith & Ethel Carman EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Edith & Ethel Carman EL is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edith & Ethel Carman EL rank in TX?

Edith & Ethel Carman EL ranks #3,814 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Edith & Ethel Carman EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Edith & Ethel Carman EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Edith & Ethel Carman EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edith & Ethel Carman EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Edith & Ethel Carman EL a charter school?

No, Edith & Ethel Carman EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edith & Ethel Carman EL a Title I school?

No, Edith & Ethel Carman EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edith & Ethel Carman EL?

87.4% of students at Edith & Ethel Carman 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
642
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hidalgo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.1%

District

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

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