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#2097 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 25% in state

Henry Cuellar EL

Elementary School · UNITED ISD

6431 CASA DEL SOL BLVD, Laredo, TX 78043

Enrollment

507

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,097 of 8,552

In Laredo

#40 of 78

public schools

In district

#23 of 47

UNITED ISD

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Henry Cuellar EL

7.7/10

Elementary School in Laredo · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Henry Cuellar EL

Henry Cuellar EL is a public elementary school in Laredo, TX, part of UNITED ISD. Henry Cuellar EL serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Henry Cuellar EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,097 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Henry Cuellar EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+14.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,037
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Henry Cuellar EL — Students at Henry Cuellar EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 56.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
45.8%
2024
Math
45%
ELA
52%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Henry Cuellar EL Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in TX
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

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

6431 CASA DEL SOL BLVD, Laredo, TX 78043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Henry Cuellar EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FREEDOM EL (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is D D HACHAR EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RYAN EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Laredo, see our Laredo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
RADCLIFFE & SUE KILLAM EL Laredo 0.9 mi 6.9
ANTONIO GONZALEZ MIDDLE Laredo 2.0 mi 8.1
JUDITH ZAFFIRINI EL Laredo 2.2 mi 8.3
F S LARA ACADEMY Laredo 2.4 mi 4.6
HECTOR J GARCIA EARLY COLLEGE H S Laredo 3.0 mi 8.2
D D HACHAR EL Laredo 2.8 mi 8.5
MILTON EL Laredo 2.8 mi 6.3
LAMAR MIDDLE Laredo 2.8 mi 6.4
BONNIE L GARCIA EL Laredo 3.2 mi 6.8
RYAN EL Laredo 2.9 mi 8.4
RAUL PERALES MIDDLE Laredo 3.2 mi 7.9
FREEDOM EL Laredo 3.3 mi 8.6
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - LAREDO Laredo 3.0 mi 5.7
NIXON H S Laredo 3.0 mi 7.6
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Laredo 3.2 mi 3.9
PREMIER H S OF LAREDO Lewisville 3.3 mi 5.8
RUIZ EL Laredo 3.6 mi 7.5
UNITED SOUTH H S Laredo 3.8 mi 6.7
TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-LAREDO NORTH Laredo 3.5 mi 3.7
NEWMAN EL Laredo 3.6 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,280

Median Home Value

$151,400

Median Rent

$954/mo

Population

44,044

College Educated

12.9%

Homeownership

53.9%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

26.8%

Median Age

28.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Henry Cuellar EL

What grades does Henry Cuellar EL serve?

Henry Cuellar EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Henry Cuellar EL?

Henry Cuellar EL has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Henry Cuellar EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Henry Cuellar EL is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Henry Cuellar EL rank in TX?

Henry Cuellar EL ranks #2,097 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Henry Cuellar EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Henry Cuellar EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Henry Cuellar EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Henry Cuellar EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Henry Cuellar EL a charter school?

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

Is Henry Cuellar EL a Title I school?

No, Henry Cuellar EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

95.7% of students at Henry Cuellar 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Webb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

UNITED ISD
District Enrollment
41,203
Schools in District
50
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,037
District Rank
#23 of 47

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