Below Average
#7457 of 8,552 schools in TX
Good EL
Elementary School · IRVING ISD
1200 E UNION BOWER RD, Irving, TX 75061
Enrollment
721
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
721
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,457 of 8,552
In Irving
#36 of 52
public schools
In district
#21 of 36
IRVING ISD
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Good EL
Elementary School in Irving · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Good EL
Good EL is a public elementary school in Irving, TX, part of IRVING ISD. Good EL serves approximately 721 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Good EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,457 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Good EL show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Good EL — Students at Good EL score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
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: 3.6/10.
How Good EL Compares
See how Good 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
1200 E UNION BOWER RD, Irving, TX 75061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UPLIFT EDUCATION - INFINITY PREPARATORY PRI (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is GILBERT F M EL (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, REDEEMER MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irving, see our Irving schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GILBERT F M EL Irving | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE Irving | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| PIERCE EARLY CHILDHOOD Irving | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| BARBARA CARDWELL CAREER PREPARATORY CENTER Irving | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| KEYES EL Irving | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| BOWIE MIDDLE Irving | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| BRITAIN EL Irving | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| IRVING H S Irving | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| CHILDRENS DISCOVERY CENTER Irving | 1.3 mi | — |
| SCHULZE EL Irving | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| LORENZO DE ZAVALA MIDDLE Irving | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| REDEEMER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Irving | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| THE HIGHLANDS SCHOOL Irving | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| HALEY J EL Irving | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| FARINE EL Irving | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| THE SLOAN SCHOOL Irving | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| CISTERCIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Irving | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY Irving | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| NIMITZ H S Irving | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| UPLIFT EDUCATION - INFINITY PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,260
Median Home Value
$228,400
Median Rent
$1,292/mo
Population
55,839
College Educated
16.6%
Homeownership
40.4%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
32
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A+ ACADEMY EL Dallas, TX | 4.1 |
| BRIDGEPORT INT Bridgeport, TX | 4.1 |
| CEDAR RIDGE EL Waco, TX | 4.1 |
| COLLIER EL San Antonio, TX | 4.1 |
| COLONEL MIGUEL MENCHACA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER San Antonio, TX | 4.1 |
| CROSS OAKS EL Cross Roads, TX | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good EL
What grades does Good EL serve?
Good EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Good EL?
Good EL has an enrollment of approximately 721 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Good EL is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Good EL rank in TX?
Good EL ranks #7,457 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Good EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Good EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Good EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Good EL has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Good EL a charter school?
No, Good EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Good EL a Title I school?
No, Good EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Good EL?
90.7% of students at Good 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 721
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (972) 600-3300
Resources & Links
District
IRVING ISD- District Enrollment
- 31,485
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,187
- District Rank
- #21 of 36
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