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#5231 of 8,552 schools in TX
John Mckeever EL
Elementary School · PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
1310 W RIDGE, Alamo, TX 78516
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,231 of 8,552
In Alamo
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#32 of 42
PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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John Mckeever EL
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About John Mckeever EL
John Mckeever EL is a public elementary school in Alamo, TX, part of PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD. John Mckeever EL serves approximately 722 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John Mckeever EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,231 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for John Mckeever EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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John Mckeever EL — Students at John Mckeever EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.1%
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: 4.9/10.
How John Mckeever EL Compares
See how John Mckeever 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
1310 W RIDGE, Alamo, TX 78516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Mckeever EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AUGUSTO GUERRA EL (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAPT D SALINAS II EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Donna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALFRED SORENSEN EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Juan), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alamo, see our Alamo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PSJA MEMORIAL EARLY COLLEGE H S Alamo | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| JESUS - JESSE - VELA JR MIDDLE Alamo | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| ZEFERINO FARIAS EL Alamo | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| PREMIER H S OF SAN JUAN Lewisville | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| MARCIA R GARZA Alamo | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| ALFRED SORENSEN EL San Juan | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| VIDA N CLOVER EL San Juan | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| SANTOS LIVAS EL Alamo | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE San Juan | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| CAPT D SALINAS II EL Donna | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| EDITH & ETHEL CARMAN EL San Juan | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Alamo | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| VANGUARD MOZART Pharr | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| AUGUSTO GUERRA EL Alamo | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| IDEA ACADEMY SAN JUAN San Juan | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| R YZAGUIRRE MIDDLE San Juan | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| AMANDA GARZA-PENA EL San Juan | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY ALAMO Alamo | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| IDEA ACADEMY ALAMO Alamo | 2.4 mi | 3.0 |
| JOHN DOEDYNS EL San Juan | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,547
Median Home Value
$102,900
Median Rent
$743/mo
Population
34,960
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
30.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Mckeever EL
What grades does John Mckeever EL serve?
John Mckeever EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John Mckeever EL?
John Mckeever EL has an enrollment of approximately 722 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Mckeever EL?
The student-teacher ratio at John Mckeever EL is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Mckeever EL rank in TX?
John Mckeever EL ranks #5,231 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is John Mckeever EL's MySchoolScout rating?
John Mckeever EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 John Mckeever EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Mckeever EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Mckeever EL a charter school?
No, John Mckeever EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Mckeever EL a Title I school?
No, John Mckeever EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Mckeever EL?
89.1% of students at John Mckeever 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
- 722
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.0%
- Phone
- (956) 354-2680
Resources & Links
District
PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD- District Enrollment
- 30,008
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,411
- District Rank
- #32 of 42
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