Needs Improvement
#8231 of 8,552 schools in TX
Guess EL
Elementary School · BEAUMONT ISD
8055 VOTH RD, Beaumont, TX 77708
Enrollment
721
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
721
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,231 of 8,552
In Beaumont
#15 of 30
public schools
In district
#11 of 25
BEAUMONT ISD
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Guess EL
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About Guess EL
Guess EL is a public elementary school in Beaumont, TX, part of BEAUMONT ISD. Guess EL serves approximately 721 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Guess EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,231 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Guess EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 2.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Guess 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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Guess EL — Students at Guess EL score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.5%
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: 2.2/10.
How Guess EL Compares
See how Guess 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
8055 VOTH RD, Beaumont, TX 77708
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guess EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANNE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOB HOPE SCHOOL BEAUMONT (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Port Arthur), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beaumont, see our Beaumont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BOB HOPE SCHOOL BEAUMONT Port Arthur | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| THE ANCHOR EARLY LEARNING CENTER Beaumont | 1.0 mi | — |
| HOMER DR EL Beaumont | 1.1 mi | 1.9 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - BEAUMONT Lewisville | 1.2 mi | 1.9 |
| REGINA HOWELL EL Beaumont | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SMITH MIDDLE Beaumont | 3.3 mi | 2.7 |
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Beaumont | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| MARSHALL MIDDLE Beaumont | 3.9 mi | 2.8 |
| CURTIS EL Beaumont | 4.1 mi | 4.7 |
| BEAUMONT ISD EARLY COLLEGE H S Beaumont | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| DR MAE E JONES-CLARK EL Beaumont | 4.1 mi | 2.0 |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL ON 11TH STREET Beaumont | 4.4 mi | — |
| WEST BROOK SR H S Beaumont | 4.7 mi | 3.9 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY- BEAUMONT Beaumont | 4.8 mi | 6.4 |
| VINCENT MIDDLE Beaumont | 5.0 mi | 2.8 |
| CALDWOOD EL Beaumont | 4.9 mi | 2.9 |
| AMELIA EL Beaumont | 5.2 mi | 2.5 |
| SOLID ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Beaumont | 5.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ST ANNE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beaumont | 5.3 mi | 7.2 |
| MARTIN EL Beaumont | 5.1 mi | 1.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,865
Median Home Value
$167,100
Median Rent
$1,056/mo
Population
12,398
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
56.8%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
37.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARROLL EL Houston, TX | 3.1 |
| CHARLES Q MURPHREE PK-8 El Paso, TX | 3.1 |
| ILTEXAS ARLINGTON EL Arlington, TX | 3.1 |
| MEAD EL San Antonio, TX | 3.1 |
| PALO ALTO EL San Antonio, TX | 3.1 |
| PALOMA CREEK EL Aubrey, TX | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guess EL
What grades does Guess EL serve?
Guess EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Guess EL?
Guess EL has an enrollment of approximately 721 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guess EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Guess EL is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Guess EL rank in TX?
Guess EL ranks #8,231 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Guess EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Guess EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Guess EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Guess EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Guess EL a charter school?
No, Guess EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Guess EL a Title I school?
No, Guess EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Guess EL?
83.5% of students at Guess 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
- 721
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (409) 617-6125
Resources & Links
District
BEAUMONT ISD- District Enrollment
- 16,803
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,958
- District Rank
- #11 of 25
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