Very Good
#2294 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 27% in state
John and Nelda Partin EL
Elementary School · VAN ALSTYNE ISD
201 NEWPORT DR, Van Alstyne, TX 75495
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,294 of 8,552
In Van Alstyne
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
VAN ALSTYNE ISD
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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John and Nelda Partin EL
Elementary School in Van Alstyne · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John and Nelda Partin EL
John and Nelda Partin EL is a public elementary school in Van Alstyne, TX, part of VAN ALSTYNE ISD. John and Nelda Partin EL serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John and Nelda Partin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,294 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for John and Nelda Partin EL show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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John and Nelda Partin EL — Students at John and Nelda Partin EL score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21%
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: 8.2/10.
How John and Nelda Partin EL Compares
See how John and Nelda Partin 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
201 NEWPORT DR, Van Alstyne, TX 75495
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John and Nelda Partin EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUDITH L HARLOW EL (rated 8.4/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Anna), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOWE INT (rated 8.4/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Howe), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BOB AND LOLA SANFORD EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Van Alstyne, see our Van Alstyne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BOB AND LOLA SANFORD EL Van Alstyne | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| VAN ALSTYNE J H Van Alstyne | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| JOE K BRYANT EL Anna | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| VAN ALSTYNE H S Van Alstyne | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ANNA H S Anna | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| SLAYTER CREEK MIDDLE Anna | 3.3 mi | 3.5 |
| ROSAMOND-SHERLEY EL Anna | 3.6 mi | 3.4 |
| KINGDOM COUNTRY ACADEMY Van Alstyne | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ANNA ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT CENTER Anna | 4.4 mi | — |
| SUE EVELYN RATTAN EL Anna | 4.5 mi | 6.9 |
| JUDITH L HARLOW EL Anna | 5.7 mi | 8.4 |
| NORTH CREEK EL Melissa | 6.8 mi | 7.5 |
| HOWE INT Howe | 7.2 mi | 8.4 |
| HOWE MIDDLE Howe | 7.3 mi | 7.8 |
| HARRY MCKILLOP EL Melissa | 7.8 mi | 8.2 |
| MELISSA MIDDLE Melissa | 7.9 mi | 8.0 |
| MELISSA RIDGE EDUCATION CENTER Melissa | 8.3 mi | 3.6 |
| MELISSA H S Melissa | 8.3 mi | 8.4 |
| RUTH AND HAROLD FRAZIER EL Mckinney | 8.5 mi | 5.2 |
| SUMMIT HILL EL Howe | 8.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75495 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,520
Median Home Value
$353,500
Median Rent
$1,239/mo
Population
10,451
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
83.9%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
38.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John and Nelda Partin EL
What grades does John and Nelda Partin EL serve?
John and Nelda Partin EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John and Nelda Partin EL?
John and Nelda Partin EL has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John and Nelda Partin EL?
The student-teacher ratio at John and Nelda Partin EL is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John and Nelda Partin EL rank in TX?
John and Nelda Partin EL ranks #2,294 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is John and Nelda Partin EL's MySchoolScout rating?
John and Nelda Partin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 John and Nelda Partin EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John and Nelda Partin EL has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John and Nelda Partin EL a charter school?
No, John and Nelda Partin EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John and Nelda Partin EL a Title I school?
No, John and Nelda Partin EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John and Nelda Partin EL?
21.0% of students at John and Nelda Partin 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
- 576
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Grayson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.5%
- Phone
- (903) 482-8805
Resources & Links
District
VAN ALSTYNE ISD- District Enrollment
- 2,419
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,552
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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