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Flores EL

Middle School · UVALDE CISD

P O BOX 1909, Uvalde, TX 78802

Enrollment

364

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,583 of 8,552

In Uvalde

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

UVALDE CISD

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Flores EL

5.6/10

Middle School in Uvalde · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Flores EL

Flores EL is a public middle school in Uvalde, TX, part of UVALDE CISD. Flores EL serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Flores EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,583 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Flores EL show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Flores 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.

55% of students at Flores 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-1.08 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-27.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-13.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,793
Chronic Absenteeism54.7%

Flores EL — Students at Flores EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 26.3% (multi-year average, 2017-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 29.8% (multi-year average, 2017-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 14 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2017
Math
35%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
36.7%
2024
Math
16%
ELA
32%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Flores EL Compares

See how Flores EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in TX
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

P O BOX 1909, Uvalde, TX 78802

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Flores EL may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SABINAL EL (rated 7.9/10, 20.5 miles away, in nearby Sabinal), which scores notably higher. Another option is KNIPPA SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Knippa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LA PRYOR H S (rated 7.7/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby La Pryor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Uvalde, see our Uvalde schools guide .

Nearby Schools

17 within 33.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CROSSROADS ACADEMY Uvalde 0.2 mi 4.5
UVALDE EL Uvalde 0.4 mi 3.8
UVALDE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Uvalde 0.6 mi 7.4
SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL Uvalde 0.6 mi 6.7
ST PHILIP'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Uvalde 0.6 mi
MORALES J H Uvalde 0.6 mi 3.3
UVALDE H S Uvalde 0.6 mi 3.9
DALTON EL Uvalde 1.0 mi 5.0
UVALDE DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Uvalde 1.5 mi 7.0
KNIPPA SCHOOL Knippa 11.0 mi 7.8
LA PRYOR H S La Pryor 19.4 mi 7.7
LA PRYOR EL La Pryor 19.4 mi 7.6
BATESVILLE SCHOOL Uvalde 21.0 mi 4.0
SABINAL EL Sabinal 20.5 mi 7.9
SABINAL SECONDARY Sabinal 20.6 mi 7.3
UTOPIA SCHOOL Utopia 31.7 mi 7.3
NUECES CANYON EL Barksdale 33.6 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Population

0

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HEREFORD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Hereford, TX 5.6
KIPP INTREPID PREPARATORY Houston, TX 5.6
KIPP TRUTH ACADEMY Dallas, TX 5.6
MEXIA J H Mexia, TX 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Flores EL

What grades does Flores EL serve?

Flores EL serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Flores EL?

Flores EL has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Flores EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Flores EL is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Flores EL rank in TX?

Flores EL ranks #5,583 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Flores EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Flores EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Flores EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Flores EL has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).

Is Flores EL a charter school?

No, Flores EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Flores EL a Title I school?

No, Flores EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Flores EL?

86.5% of students at Flores 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Uvalde County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.7%

District

UVALDE CISD
District Enrollment
4,062
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,793
District Rank
#2 of 8

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