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Egly EL

Elementary School · BROWNSVILLE ISD

445 LAND O LAKES, Brownsville, TX 78521

Enrollment

533

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,374 of 8,552

In Brownsville

#40 of 66

public schools

In district

#29 of 51

BROWNSVILLE ISD

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Egly EL

6.9/10

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

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7.3/10

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About Egly EL

Egly EL is a public elementary school in Brownsville, TX, part of BROWNSVILLE ISD. Egly EL serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Egly EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,374 of 8,552 schools in TX.

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

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+2.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,041
Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

Egly EL — Students at Egly EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 61.6% (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
84%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
52.1%
2024
Math
46%
ELA
51%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Egly EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in TX
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

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

445 LAND O LAKES, Brownsville, TX 78521

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Egly EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUDSON EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDEA ROBINDALE ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MARTIN EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
OLIVEIRA MIDDLE Brownsville 0.1 mi 7.3
PEREZ EL Brownsville 0.8 mi 5.0
HANNA EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville 0.9 mi 7.0
PORTER EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville 1.0 mi 6.9
HUDSON EL Brownsville 1.4 mi 8.6
PREMIER H S OF BROWNSVILLE Lewisville 1.3 mi 3.2
FAULK MIDDLE Brownsville 1.6 mi 7.7
CROMACK EL Brownsville 1.6 mi 3.8
CANALES EL Brownsville 1.6 mi 3.2
GONZALEZ EL Brownsville 1.5 mi 7.3
GUADALUPE REGIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Brownsville 1.6 mi 5.8
CASTANEDA EL Brownsville 1.7 mi 6.5
MARTIN EL Brownsville 1.6 mi 7.4
PERKINS MIDDLE Brownsville 1.6 mi 7.0
IDEA ROBINDALE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville 1.7 mi 8.2
IDEA ROBINDALE ACADEMY Brownsville 1.7 mi 7.7
FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Brownsville 1.7 mi 5.8
DEL CASTILLO EL Brownsville 1.9 mi 4.5
JUBILEE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY San Antonio 2.0 mi 7.0
CHAMPION EL Brownsville 1.9 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,276

Median Home Value

$90,500

Median Rent

$864/mo

Population

87,860

College Educated

14.8%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

30.6%

Median Age

31.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Egly EL

What grades does Egly EL serve?

Egly EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Egly EL?

Egly EL has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Egly EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Egly EL is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Egly EL rank in TX?

Egly EL ranks #3,374 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Egly EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Egly EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Egly EL?

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

Is Egly EL a charter school?

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

Is Egly EL a Title I school?

No, Egly EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

91.6% of students at Egly 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Cameron County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

District

BROWNSVILLE ISD
District Enrollment
37,065
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,041
District Rank
#29 of 51

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