Needs Improvement
#8005 of 8,552 schools in TX
Irene C Cardwell EL
School · SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD
P O BOX 428002, Del Rio, TX 78842
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 15 schools in Del Rio. Learn more
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,005 of 8,552
In Del Rio
#15 of 16
public schools
In district
#13 of 14
SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD
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About Irene C Cardwell EL
Irene C Cardwell EL is a public school in Del Rio, TX, part of SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD. Irene C Cardwell EL serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Irene C Cardwell EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #8,005 of 8,552 schools in TX.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Irene C Cardwell EL runs 20.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Irene C Cardwell EL Compares
See how Irene C Cardwell EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O BOX 428002, Del Rio, TX 78842
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Irene C Cardwell EL may also want to explore other schools in the area. HERITAGE ACADEMY OF DEL RIO MIDDLE (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERITAGE ACADEMY OF DEL RIO (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROBERTO BOBBY BARRERA EL STEM MAGNET (rated 8.6/10, 7.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Del Rio, see our Del Rio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEL RIO H S Del Rio | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| DEL RIO EARLY COLLEGE H S Del Rio | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| PREMIER H S OF DEL RIO Lewisville | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| DR LONNIE GREEN JR EL Del Rio | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF DEL RIO MIDDLE Del Rio | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| GARFIELD EL Del Rio | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| BLENDED ACADEMY Del Rio | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Del Rio | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY OF DEL RIO Del Rio | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| BUENA VISTA EL Del Rio | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Del Rio | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| LAMAR EL Del Rio | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| DEL RIO MIDDLE Del Rio | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| DR FERMIN CALDERON EL Del Rio | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CENIZA HILLS EL Del Rio | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| SAN FELIPE MEMORIAL MIDDLE Del Rio | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| RUBEN CHAVIRA EL Del Rio | 4.0 mi | 3.4 |
| ROBERTO BOBBY BARRERA EL STEM MAGNET Del Rio | 7.3 mi | 8.6 |
| COMSTOCK SCHOOL Comstock | 26.0 mi | 7.8 |
| BRACKETT H S Brackettville | 30.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78842 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Irene C Cardwell EL
What grades does Irene C Cardwell EL serve?
Irene C Cardwell EL serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Irene C Cardwell EL?
Irene C Cardwell EL has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Irene C Cardwell EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Irene C Cardwell EL is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Irene C Cardwell EL rank in TX?
Irene C Cardwell EL ranks #8,005 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Irene C Cardwell EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Irene C Cardwell EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Irene C Cardwell EL a charter school?
No, Irene C Cardwell EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Irene C Cardwell EL a Title I school?
No, Irene C Cardwell EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Irene C Cardwell EL?
91.4% of students at Irene C Cardwell 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 466
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Val Verde County
- Phone
- (830) 778-4651
Resources & Links
District
SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD- District Enrollment
- 9,907
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,076
- District Rank
- #13 of 14
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