Below Average
#6920 of 8,552 schools in TX
Emeline Carpenter EL
Elementary School · NACOGDOCHES ISD
DRAWER 631521, Nacogdoches, TX 75963
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
357
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,920 of 8,552
In Nacogdoches
#11 of 13
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
NACOGDOCHES ISD
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About Emeline Carpenter EL
Emeline Carpenter EL is a public elementary school in Nacogdoches, TX, part of NACOGDOCHES ISD. Emeline Carpenter EL serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Emeline Carpenter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,920 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Emeline Carpenter EL show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Emeline Carpenter EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Emeline Carpenter EL — Students at Emeline Carpenter EL score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
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: 5.4/10.
How Emeline Carpenter EL Compares
See how Emeline Carpenter EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
DRAWER 631521, Nacogdoches, TX 75963
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emeline Carpenter EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STEPHEN F AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTRAL HEIGHTS EL (rated 8.8/10, 8.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMAS J RUSK EL (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nacogdoches, see our Nacogdoches schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCMICHAEL MIDDLE Nacogdoches | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| REGENTS ACADEMY Nacogdoches | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| MIKE MOSES EL Nacogdoches | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| THOMAS J RUSK EL Nacogdoches | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| CHRIST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Nacogdoches | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| FREDONIA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Nacogdoches | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| STEPHEN F AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY CHARTER SCHOOL Nacogdoches | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
| RAGUET EL Nacogdoches | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| BROOKS-QUINN-JONES EL Nacogdoches | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| NACOGDOCHES H S Nacogdoches | 3.9 mi | 4.7 |
| NACOGDOCHES COUNTY DAEP COOP Garrison | 5.6 mi | — |
| MARGIE CHUMBLEY ACADEMY FOR SUCCESS Nacogdoches | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
| WODEN EL Woden | 7.9 mi | 4.9 |
| WODEN H S Woden | 7.9 mi | 8.8 |
| WODEN J H Woden | 7.9 mi | 8.6 |
| CENTRAL HEIGHTS EL Nacogdoches | 8.9 mi | 8.8 |
| CENTRAL HEIGHTS H S Nacogdoches | 9.2 mi | 9.2 |
| CENTRAL HEIGHTS MIDDLE Nacogdoches | 9.2 mi | 9.1 |
| MARTINSVILLE SCHOOL Martinsville | 12.8 mi | 7.8 |
| JUVENILE DETENT CTR Lufkin | 15.9 mi | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emeline Carpenter EL
What grades does Emeline Carpenter EL serve?
Emeline Carpenter EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Emeline Carpenter EL?
Emeline Carpenter EL has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emeline Carpenter EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Emeline Carpenter EL is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emeline Carpenter EL rank in TX?
Emeline Carpenter EL ranks #6,920 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Emeline Carpenter EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Emeline Carpenter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Emeline Carpenter EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emeline Carpenter EL has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Emeline Carpenter EL a charter school?
No, Emeline Carpenter EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emeline Carpenter EL a Title I school?
No, Emeline Carpenter EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emeline Carpenter EL?
94.1% of students at Emeline Carpenter 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 357
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Nacogdoches County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.7%
- Phone
- (936) 569-5070
Resources & Links
District
NACOGDOCHES ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,863
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,528
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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