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#6366 of 8,552 schools in TX
Falfurrias EL
Elementary School · BROOKS COUNTY ISD
P O BOX 589, Falfurrias, TX 78355
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,366 of 8,552
In Falfurrias
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
BROOKS COUNTY ISD
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Falfurrias EL
Elementary School in Falfurrias · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Falfurrias EL
Falfurrias EL is a public elementary school in Falfurrias, TX, part of BROOKS COUNTY ISD. Falfurrias EL serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Falfurrias EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,366 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Falfurrias EL show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Falfurrias 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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Falfurrias EL — Students at Falfurrias EL score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94%
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: 4.7/10.
How Falfurrias EL Compares
See how Falfurrias 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
P O BOX 589, Falfurrias, TX 78355
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Falfurrias EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SANTA GERTRUDIS SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 25.8 miles away, in nearby Kingsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is RICARDO EL (rated 8.2/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Kingsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SARITA EL (rated 7.8/10, 21.7 miles away, in nearby Sarita), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Falfurrias, see our Falfurrias schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FALFURRIAS INNOVATION ACADEMY Falfurrias | 0.0 mi | 4.2 |
| LASATER EL Falfurrias | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| FALFURRIAS J H Falfurrias | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| FALFURRIAS H S Falfurrias | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| LA GLORIA EL Falfurrias | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| PREMONT ERNEST H SINGLETON EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Premont | 9.1 mi | 5.2 |
| PREMONT MONTESSORI ACADEMY Premont | 9.2 mi | 6.3 |
| PREMONT COLLEGIATE H S Premont | 9.2 mi | 8.0 |
| RAMIREZ EL Realitos | 18.5 mi | — |
| KAUFER H S Riviera | 21.1 mi | 8.8 |
| NANNY EL Riviera | 21.1 mi | 4.8 |
| DE LA PAZ MIDDLE Riviera | 21.1 mi | 6.6 |
| RICARDO EL Kingsville | 22.4 mi | 8.2 |
| RICARDO MIDDLE Kingsville | 22.4 mi | 8.6 |
| SARITA EL Sarita | 21.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PRESBYTERIAN PAN AMERICAN SCHOOL Kingsville | 23.1 mi | 6.9 |
| HARREL EL Kingsville | 25.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SANTA GERTRUDIS SCHOOL Kingsville | 25.8 mi | 8.6 |
| H M KING H S Kingsville | 25.8 mi | 3.8 |
| SANTA GERTRUDIS ACADEMY H S Kingsville | 26.1 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,636
Median Home Value
$84,200
Median Rent
$487/mo
Population
6,843
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
54.8%
Poverty Rate
30.7%
Median Age
38.2
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| PLAINS EL Plains, TX | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Falfurrias EL
What grades does Falfurrias EL serve?
Falfurrias EL serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Falfurrias EL?
Falfurrias EL has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Falfurrias EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Falfurrias EL is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Falfurrias EL rank in TX?
Falfurrias EL ranks #6,366 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Falfurrias EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Falfurrias EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Falfurrias EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Falfurrias EL has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Falfurrias EL a charter school?
No, Falfurrias EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Falfurrias EL a Title I school?
No, Falfurrias EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Falfurrias EL?
94.0% of students at Falfurrias 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 232
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Brooks County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (361) 325-8000
Resources & Links
District
BROOKS COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,244
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,726
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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