Excellent
#740 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 9% in state
Goliad EL
Elementary School · BIG SPRING ISD
708 E 11TH PL, Big Spring, TX 79720
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
4th – 4th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.5
Grades
4th – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#740 of 8,552
In Big Spring
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
BIG SPRING ISD
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Goliad EL
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About Goliad EL
Goliad EL is a public elementary school in Big Spring, TX, part of BIG SPRING ISD. Goliad EL serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades 4th-4th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Goliad EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #740 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Goliad EL show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Goliad EL — Students at Goliad EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.1%
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: 9.5/10.
How Goliad EL Compares
See how Goliad 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
708 E 11TH PL, Big Spring, TX 79720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Goliad EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GARDEN CITY EL (rated 9.5/10, 25.7 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WASHINGTON EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MOSS EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Big Spring, see our Big Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BIG SPRING INT Big Spring | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| BIG SPRING H S Big Spring | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| RUNNELS ACADEMY Big Spring | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| BIG SPRING J H Big Spring | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| WASHINGTON EL Big Spring | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| NAZARENE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY BIG SPRING Big Spring | 1.1 mi | — |
| KENTWOOD EL Big Spring | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| MOSS EL Big Spring | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| MARCY EL Big Spring | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| FORSAN EL Forsan | 10.4 mi | 4.8 |
| FORSAN H S Forsan | 10.4 mi | 8.5 |
| COAHOMA EL Coahoma | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
| COAHOMA H S Coahoma | 10.3 mi | 5.7 |
| COAHOMA J H Coahoma | 10.3 mi | 5.0 |
| STANTON EL Stanton | 21.0 mi | 7.3 |
| STANTON MIDDLE Stanton | 21.0 mi | 8.2 |
| STANTON H S Stanton | 21.3 mi | 7.3 |
| GARDEN CITY EL Garden City | 25.7 mi | 9.5 |
| GARDEN CITY H S Garden City | 25.7 mi | 9.3 |
| SANDS CISD Ackerly | 24.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,194
Median Home Value
$146,500
Median Rent
$994/mo
Population
30,432
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAIRD EL Baird, TX | 8.5 |
| CRAWFORD EL Crawford, TX | 8.5 |
| DRISCOLL EL & MIDDLE Driscoll, TX | 8.5 |
| LIPAN EL Lipan, TX | 8.5 |
| NEW WAVERLY EL New Waverly, TX | 8.5 |
| OLSEN EL Port Aransas, TX | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Goliad EL
What grades does Goliad EL serve?
Goliad EL serves students in grades 4th through 4th.
How many students attend Goliad EL?
Goliad EL has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Goliad EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Goliad EL is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Goliad EL rank in TX?
Goliad EL ranks #740 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Goliad EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Goliad EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Goliad EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Goliad EL has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Goliad EL a charter school?
No, Goliad EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Goliad EL a Title I school?
No, Goliad EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Goliad EL?
80.1% of students at Goliad 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
- 4th – 4th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Howard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (432) 264-4121
Resources & Links
District
BIG SPRING ISD- District Enrollment
- 3,451
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,360
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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