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#4612 of 8,552 schools in TX
John Doedyns EL
Elementary School · PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
1401 N RAUL LONGORIA RD, San Juan, TX 78589
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,612 of 8,552
In San Juan
#10 of 13
public schools
In district
#31 of 42
PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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John Doedyns EL
Elementary School in San Juan · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Doedyns EL
John Doedyns EL is a public elementary school in San Juan, TX, part of PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD. John Doedyns EL serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John Doedyns EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,612 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for John Doedyns EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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John Doedyns EL — Students at John Doedyns EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
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: 5.0/10.
How John Doedyns EL Compares
See how John Doedyns 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
1401 N RAUL LONGORIA RD, San Juan, TX 78589
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Doedyns EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SGT LEONEL TREVINO EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AMANDA GARZA-PENA EL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ALFRED SORENSEN EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Juan, see our San Juan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AMANDA GARZA-PENA EL San Juan | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA ACADEMY SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| R YZAGUIRRE MIDDLE San Juan | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY SAN JUAN San Juan | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| PSJA SOTOMAYOR BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY Pharr | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| VIDA N CLOVER EL San Juan | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| HENRY FORD EL Pharr | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| DRS REED - MOCK EL San Juan | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ARNOLDO CANTU SR EL San Juan | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE San Juan | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| SGT LEONEL TREVINO EL San Juan | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| PREMIER H S OF SAN JUAN Lewisville | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| PSJA EARLY START Pharr | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| ALFRED SORENSEN EL San Juan | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ELVIS J BALLEW H S Pharr | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| VANGUARD REMBRANDT Pharr | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| LYNDON B JOHNSON MIDDLE Pharr | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| RAUL LONGORIA EL Pharr | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE H S Pharr | 1.7 mi | 9.5 |
| THE PHARR ORATORY OF ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL SYSTEM Pharr | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78589 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,662
Median Home Value
$112,400
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
39,958
College Educated
13.5%
Homeownership
79.8%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
26.1%
Median Age
29.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Doedyns EL
What grades does John Doedyns EL serve?
John Doedyns EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John Doedyns EL?
John Doedyns EL has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Doedyns EL?
The student-teacher ratio at John Doedyns EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Doedyns EL rank in TX?
John Doedyns EL ranks #4,612 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is John Doedyns EL's MySchoolScout rating?
John Doedyns EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Doedyns EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Doedyns EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Doedyns EL a charter school?
No, John Doedyns EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Doedyns EL a Title I school?
No, John Doedyns EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Doedyns EL?
93.4% of students at John Doedyns 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
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.1%
- Phone
- (956) 354-2740
Resources & Links
District
PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD- District Enrollment
- 30,008
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,411
- District Rank
- #31 of 42
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