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John H Shary EL
Elementary School · SHARYLAND ISD
1106 N SHARY RD, Mission, TX 78572
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,874 of 8,552
In Mission
#57 of 65
public schools
In district
#11 of 13
SHARYLAND ISD
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John H Shary EL
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About John H Shary EL
John H Shary EL is a public elementary school in Mission, TX, part of SHARYLAND ISD. John H Shary EL serves approximately 649 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John H Shary EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,874 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for John H Shary EL show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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John H Shary EL — Students at John H Shary EL score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.3%
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 H Shary EL Compares
See how John H Shary 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
1106 N SHARY RD, Mission, TX 78572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John H Shary EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA NORTH MISSION ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROMULO D MARTINEZ EL (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CASTRO EL (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mission, see our Mission schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHARYLAND H S Mission | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| SHARYLAND ADVANCED ACADEMIC ACADEMY Mission | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| BRYAN EL Mission | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| MISSION EARLY LEARNING Mission | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| ROMULO D MARTINEZ EL Mission | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| IDEA MCALLEN COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mcallen | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| IDEA MCALLEN ACADEMY Mcallen | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ROWE H S Mc Allen | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| VETERANS MEMORIAL H S Mission | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| MISSION J H Mission | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| MIMS EL Mission | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| LAVALETTE INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI INSTITUTE LLC Mission | 2.2 mi | — |
| HURLA M MIDKIFF EL Mission | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| LLOYD & DOLLY BENTSEN EL Mission | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| CASTRO EL Mission | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| RAFAEL A CANTU J H Mission | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcallen | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| SHARYLAND NORTH J H Mission | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MISSION H S Mission | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| IDEA NORTH MISSION ACADEMY Mission | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,029
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
78,197
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John H Shary EL
What grades does John H Shary EL serve?
John H Shary EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend John H Shary EL?
John H Shary EL has an enrollment of approximately 649 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John H Shary EL?
The student-teacher ratio at John H Shary EL is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John H Shary EL rank in TX?
John H Shary EL ranks #5,874 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is John H Shary EL's MySchoolScout rating?
John H Shary EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 H Shary EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John H Shary EL has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John H Shary EL a charter school?
No, John H Shary EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John H Shary EL a Title I school?
No, John H Shary EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John H Shary EL?
63.3% of students at John H Shary 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 649
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (956) 580-5282
Resources & Links
District
SHARYLAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 9,742
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,777
- District Rank
- #11 of 13
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