Excellent
#33 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 1% in state
Florence J Scott EL
Elementary School · ROMA ISD
P O BOX 187, Roma, TX 78584
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#33 of 8,552
In Roma
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
ROMA ISD
Academic performance
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Florence J Scott EL
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About Florence J Scott EL
Florence J Scott EL is a public elementary school in Roma, TX, part of ROMA ISD. Florence J Scott EL serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Florence J Scott EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Florence J Scott EL show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 9.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Florence J Scott EL — Students at Florence J Scott EL score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Florence J Scott EL Compares
See how Florence J Scott 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 187, Roma, TX 78584
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Florence J Scott EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMMA VERA EL (rated 9.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ROEL A & CELIA R SAENZ EL (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DELIA GONZALEZ GARCIA EL (rated 9.4/10, 5.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Roma, see our Roma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROEL A & CELIA R SAENZ EL Roma | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| ROMA H S Roma | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| EMMA VERA EL Roma | 2.1 mi | 9.7 |
| ROMA MIDDLE Roma | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| INSTRUCTIONAL & GUIDANCE CENTER Roma | 2.8 mi | — |
| VETERANS MEMORIAL EL Roma | 3.9 mi | 8.3 |
| RT BARRERA EL Roma | 5.4 mi | 9.2 |
| RAMIRO BARRERA MIDDLE Roma | 5.8 mi | 6.9 |
| DELIA GONZALEZ GARCIA EL Roma | 5.9 mi | 9.4 |
| IDEA RIO GRANDE CITY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Rio Grande City | 9.9 mi | 6.8 |
| IDEA RIO GRANDE CITY ACADEMY Rio Grande City | 9.9 mi | 7.7 |
| GENERAL RICARDO SANCHEZ EL Rio Grande City | 9.9 mi | 7.3 |
| RINGGOLD MIDDLE Rio Grande City | 10.2 mi | 5.1 |
| PREPARATORY FOR EARLY COLLEGE H S Rio Grande City | 10.2 mi | 9.3 |
| VETERANS MIDDLE Rio Grande City | 10.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ROQUE GUERRA JR EL Rio Grande City | 11.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ALBERTO AND CELIA BARRERA EL Rio Grande City | 12.6 mi | 5.4 |
| RINGGOLD EL Rio Grande City | 13.1 mi | 5.3 |
| JOHN & OLIVE HINOJOSA EL Rio Grande City | 15.2 mi | 4.1 |
| DR MARIO E RAMIREZ EL Rio Grande City | 15.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78584 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,134
Median Home Value
$83,800
Median Rent
$647/mo
Population
17,823
College Educated
14.4%
Homeownership
63.7%
Poverty Rate
37.1%
Median Age
29.8
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|---|---|
| MARTHA & JOSH MORRISS MATH & ENGINEERING EL Texarkana, TX | 9.5 |
| WYATT EL Plano, TX | 9.5 |
| ARMSTRONG EL Dallas, TX | 9.4 |
| DELIA GONZALEZ GARCIA EL Roma, TX | 9.4 |
| GEORGE B DEALEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas, TX | 9.6 |
| KAZEN EL Laredo, TX | 9.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Florence J Scott EL
What grades does Florence J Scott EL serve?
Florence J Scott EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Florence J Scott EL?
Florence J Scott EL has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Florence J Scott EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Florence J Scott EL is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Florence J Scott EL rank in TX?
Florence J Scott EL ranks #33 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Florence J Scott EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Florence J Scott EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Florence J Scott EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Florence J Scott EL has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Florence J Scott EL a charter school?
No, Florence J Scott EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Florence J Scott EL a Title I school?
No, Florence J Scott EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Florence J Scott EL?
80.4% of students at Florence J Scott 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
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Starr County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.9%
- Phone
- (956) 849-1175
Resources & Links
District
ROMA ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,932
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,298
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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