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#5319 of 8,552 schools in TX
Encinal EL
Elementary School · COTULLA ISD
310 N MAIN ST, Cotulla, TX 78014
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,319 of 8,552
In Cotulla
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
COTULLA ISD
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Encinal EL
Elementary School in Cotulla · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Encinal EL
Encinal EL is a public elementary school in Cotulla, TX, part of COTULLA ISD. Encinal EL serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Encinal EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,319 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Encinal EL show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Encinal EL is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Encinal EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Encinal EL sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Encinal EL — Students at Encinal EL score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
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: 6.1/10.
How Encinal EL Compares
See how Encinal EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
310 N MAIN ST, Cotulla, TX 78014
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Encinal EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KAZEN EL (rated 9.4/10, 32.7 miles away, in nearby Laredo), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN ISIDRO EL (rated 9.1/10, 29.7 miles away, in nearby Laredo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHARLES BORCHERS EL (rated 8.6/10, 30.8 miles away, in nearby Laredo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cotulla, see our Cotulla schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRANK NEWMAN MIDDLE Cotulla | 28.2 mi | 8.6 |
| RAMIREZ-BURKS EL Cotulla | 28.6 mi | 6.5 |
| COTULLA H S Cotulla | 28.7 mi | 6.4 |
| UNITED H S Laredo | 29.5 mi | 7.9 |
| SAN ISIDRO EL Laredo | 29.7 mi | 9.1 |
| ROBERTO J SANTOS EL Laredo | 30.8 mi | 8.3 |
| CHARLES BORCHERS EL Laredo | 30.8 mi | 8.6 |
| DR MALAKOFF EL Laredo | 30.9 mi | 7.9 |
| JULIA BIRD JONES MULLER EL Laredo | 30.7 mi | 7.2 |
| COL SANTOS BENAVIDES EL Laredo | 31.4 mi | 8.2 |
| MATIAS DE LLANO EL Laredo | 31.7 mi | 8.5 |
| ELIAS HERRERA MIDDLE Laredo | 31.8 mi | 8.2 |
| JOHN B ALEXANDER H S Laredo | 32.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BARBARA FASKEN EL Laredo | 32.4 mi | 7.9 |
| TRAUTMANN EL Laredo | 32.7 mi | 8.1 |
| TRAUTMANN MIDDLE Laredo | 32.8 mi | 7.5 |
| JOHNSONS DAYCARE AND LEARNING CENTER Laredo | 32.7 mi | — |
| KAZEN EL Laredo | 32.7 mi | 9.4 |
| HECTOR J GARCIA EARLY COLLEGE H S Laredo | 33.0 mi | 8.2 |
| MUNDO MONTESSORI Laredo | 33.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,216
Median Home Value
$77,100
Population
5,542
College Educated
8.5%
Homeownership
76.4%
Poverty Rate
24%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL MARBLE FALLS Marble Falls, TX | 5.7 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Caldwell, TX | 5.8 |
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| WHITE ROCK NORTH SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 5.8 |
| DAMON EL Damon, TX | 5.6 |
| FIRST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Waxahachie, TX | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Encinal EL
What grades does Encinal EL serve?
Encinal EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Encinal EL?
Encinal EL has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Encinal EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Encinal EL is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Encinal EL rank in TX?
Encinal EL ranks #5,319 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Encinal EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Encinal EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Encinal EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Encinal EL has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Encinal EL a charter school?
No, Encinal EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Encinal EL a Title I school?
No, Encinal EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Encinal EL?
93.3% of students at Encinal 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
- 75
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- La Salle County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.0%
- Phone
- (956) 948-5324
Resources & Links
District
COTULLA ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,143
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,168
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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