Very Good
#1793 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 21% in state
Jackson/roosevelt EL
Elementary School · CALHOUN COUNTY ISD
1512 JACKSON ST, Port Lavaca, TX 77979
Enrollment
842
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
842
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,793 of 8,552
In Port Lavaca
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
CALHOUN COUNTY ISD
Equity
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Jackson/roosevelt EL
Elementary School in Port Lavaca · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jackson/roosevelt EL
Jackson/roosevelt EL is a public elementary school in Port Lavaca, TX, part of CALHOUN COUNTY ISD. Jackson/roosevelt EL serves approximately 842 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson/roosevelt EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,793 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Jackson/roosevelt EL show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Jackson/roosevelt EL — Students at Jackson/roosevelt EL score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.6%
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: 7.8/10.
How Jackson/roosevelt EL Compares
See how Jackson/roosevelt 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
1512 JACKSON ST, Port Lavaca, TX 77979
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jackson/roosevelt EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PORT O CONNOR SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Port O'Connor), which scores notably higher. Another option is INDUSTRIAL EL WEST (rated 8.8/10, 22.7 miles away, in nearby Inez), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARRISON/JEFFERSON/MADISON EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Port Lavaca, see our Port Lavaca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF THE GULF CATHOLIC SCHOOL Port Lavaca | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| TRAVIS MIDDLE Port Lavaca | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| HARRISON/JEFFERSON/MADISON EL Port Lavaca | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| HOPE H S Port Lavaca | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| CALHOUN H S Port Lavaca | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| SEADRIFT SCHOOL Seadrift | 14.0 mi | 7.0 |
| INDUSTRIAL J H Vanderbilt | 15.0 mi | 9.2 |
| INDUSTRIAL H S Vanderbilt | 15.2 mi | 8.0 |
| INDUSTRIAL EL EAST Vanderbilt | 15.2 mi | 8.2 |
| PLACEDO EL Placedo | 13.8 mi | 8.4 |
| BLOOMINGTON H S Bloomington | 14.6 mi | 5.1 |
| BLOOMINGTON J H Bloomington | 14.6 mi | 2.7 |
| PORT O CONNOR SCHOOL Port O'Connor | 16.8 mi | 9.3 |
| BLOOMINGTON EL Bloomington | 16.2 mi | 3.1 |
| AUSTWELL-TIVOLI H S Tivoli | 18.7 mi | 7.1 |
| AUSTWELL-TIVOLI EL Tivoli | 18.7 mi | 8.0 |
| INDUSTRIAL EL WEST Inez | 22.7 mi | 8.8 |
| EDNA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Edna | 24.9 mi | — |
| EDNA H S Edna | 25.2 mi | 7.4 |
| EDNA PRI Edna | 25.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77979 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,877
Median Home Value
$137,700
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
16,179
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jackson/roosevelt EL
What grades does Jackson/roosevelt EL serve?
Jackson/roosevelt EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jackson/roosevelt EL?
Jackson/roosevelt EL has an enrollment of approximately 842 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson/roosevelt EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Jackson/roosevelt EL is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jackson/roosevelt EL rank in TX?
Jackson/roosevelt EL ranks #1,793 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Jackson/roosevelt EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Jackson/roosevelt EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Jackson/roosevelt EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jackson/roosevelt EL has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jackson/roosevelt EL a charter school?
No, Jackson/roosevelt EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jackson/roosevelt EL a Title I school?
No, Jackson/roosevelt EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jackson/roosevelt EL?
73.6% of students at Jackson/roosevelt 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
- 842
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Calhoun County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.1%
- Phone
- (361) 552-3317
Resources & Links
District
CALHOUN COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 3,533
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,004
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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