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#4896 of 8,552 schools in TX
Evangelina Garza EL
Elementary School · LA JOYA ISD
8731 N DOFFING RD, Mission, TX 78574
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,896 of 8,552
In Mission
#45 of 65
public schools
In district
#29 of 36
LA JOYA ISD
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About Evangelina Garza EL
Evangelina Garza EL is a public elementary school in Mission, TX, part of LA JOYA ISD. Evangelina Garza EL serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Evangelina Garza EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,896 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Evangelina Garza EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Evangelina Garza 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.
Score Breakdown
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Evangelina Garza EL — Students at Evangelina Garza EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.8%
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: 6.7/10.
How Evangelina Garza EL Compares
See how Evangelina Garza EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8731 N DOFFING RD, Mission, TX 78574
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Evangelina Garza EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LLOYD M BENTSEN EL (rated 8.2/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DR AMERICO PAREDES EL (rated 7.6/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SALINAS EL (rated 7.6/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JUAN SEGUIN EL Mission | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| EMILIANO ZAPATA EL Mission | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| JUAREZ-LINCOLN H S Mission | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| DR MARIA PALMIRA MENDIOLA EL Mission | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| JUAN DE DIOS SALINAS MIDDLE Mission | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| ELODIA R CHAPA EL Mission | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| DIAZ-VILLARREAL EL Mission | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| DR AMERICO PAREDES EL Mission | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| DOMINGO TREVINO MIDDLE Alton | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ALTON MEMORIAL J H Mission | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| MISSION COLLEGIATE H S Alton | 4.1 mi | 8.9 |
| CANTU EL Mission | 4.2 mi | 6.4 |
| RAQUEL CAVAZOS EL Mission | 4.3 mi | 5.0 |
| NARCISO CAVAZOS Mission | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| SALINAS EL Mission | 4.1 mi | 7.6 |
| PATRICIO PEREZ EL Mission | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CORINA PENA EL Penitas | 4.7 mi | 5.9 |
| LLOYD M BENTSEN EL Mission | 5.1 mi | 8.2 |
| CARL C WAITZ EL Mission | 4.9 mi | 4.8 |
| HENRY B GONZALEZ EL Mission | 5.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78574 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,536
Median Home Value
$119,000
Median Rent
$807/mo
Population
62,852
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
80.1%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Median Age
28.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Evangelina Garza EL
What grades does Evangelina Garza EL serve?
Evangelina Garza EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Evangelina Garza EL?
Evangelina Garza EL has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Evangelina Garza EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Evangelina Garza EL is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Evangelina Garza EL rank in TX?
Evangelina Garza EL ranks #4,896 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Evangelina Garza EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Evangelina Garza 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 Evangelina Garza EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Evangelina Garza EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Evangelina Garza EL a charter school?
No, Evangelina Garza EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Evangelina Garza EL a Title I school?
No, Evangelina Garza EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Evangelina Garza EL?
98.8% of students at Evangelina Garza 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
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (956) 323-2350
Resources & Links
District
LA JOYA ISD- District Enrollment
- 23,998
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,592
- District Rank
- #29 of 36
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