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#4436 of 8,552 schools in TX
Fields EL
Elementary School · MCALLEN ISD
500 W DALLAS AVE, Mcallen, TX 78501
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
456
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,436 of 8,552
In Mcallen
#29 of 37
public schools
In district
#25 of 30
MCALLEN ISD
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Fields EL
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About Fields EL
Fields EL is a public elementary school in Mcallen, TX, part of MCALLEN ISD. Fields EL serves approximately 456 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Fields EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,436 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Fields EL show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Fields 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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Fields EL — Students at Fields EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
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: 5.6/10.
How Fields EL Compares
See how Fields 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
500 W DALLAS AVE, Mcallen, TX 78501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fields EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VANGUARD VAN GOGH (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Pharr), which scores notably higher. Another option is THIGPEN-ZAVALA EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AIDA C ESCOBAR EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Pharr), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mcallen, see our Mcallen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRAVIS MIDDLE Mcallen | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI - STEM ACADEMY Mcallen | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-MCALLEN Mcallen | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| WILSON EL Mcallen | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| LAMAR ACADEMY Mcallen | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| MEMORIAL H S Mcallen | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| TAYLOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mcallen | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mcallen | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| CATHEY MIDDLE Mcallen | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| THIGPEN-ZAVALA EL Mcallen | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| INSTR/GUID CENTER Mcallen | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Mcallen | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ALVAREZ EL Mcallen | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| JACKSON EL Mcallen | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| MCALLEN H S Mcallen | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| AIDA C ESCOBAR EL Pharr | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ACHIEVE EARLY COLLEGE H S Mcallen | 2.0 mi | 9.5 |
| VANGUARD VAN GOGH Pharr | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| ESCANDON EL Mcallen | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| SEGUIN EL Mcallen | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,451
Median Home Value
$149,000
Median Rent
$943/mo
Population
59,095
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
36.8
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| ARMAND BAYOU EL Houston, TX | 6.3 |
| BARROW EL West Columbia, TX | 6.3 |
| BELL MANOR EL Bedford, TX | 6.3 |
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| BRYANT EL Arlington, TX | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fields EL
What grades does Fields EL serve?
Fields EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Fields EL?
Fields EL has an enrollment of approximately 456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fields EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Fields EL is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fields EL rank in TX?
Fields EL ranks #4,436 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Fields EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Fields EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Fields EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fields EL has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fields EL a charter school?
No, Fields EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fields EL a Title I school?
No, Fields EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fields EL?
91.0% of students at Fields 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
- 456
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (956) 971-4344
Resources & Links
District
MCALLEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 20,095
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,409
- District Rank
- #25 of 30
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