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#6107 of 8,552 schools in TX
L B J EL
Elementary School · EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
P O BOX 127, Edcouch, TX 78538
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,107 of 8,552
In Edcouch
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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L B J EL
Elementary School in Edcouch · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About L B J EL
L B J EL is a public elementary school in Edcouch, TX, part of EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD. L B J EL serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. L B J EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,107 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for L B J EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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L B J EL — Students at L B J EL score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.5%
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: 4.1/10.
How L B J EL Compares
See how L B J 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
P O BOX 127, Edcouch, TX 78538
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering L B J EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. IDEA ELSA ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Elsa), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN F KENNEDY EL (rated 6.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Edinburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAN CARLOS EL (rated 6.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Edinburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edcouch, see our Edcouch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA ELSA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Elsa | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| IDEA ELSA ACADEMY Elsa | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| CARLOS TRUAN J H Edcouch | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| EDCOUCH-ELSA H S ACADEMY Edcouch | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| EDCOUCH-ELSA H S Edcouch | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| RUBEN C RODRIGUEZ EL Edcouch | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| KENNEDY EL Edcouch | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| JORGE R GUTIERREZ EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Edcouch | 1.0 mi | 2.6 |
| DAVID YBARRA FINE ARTS ACADEMY Edcouch | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| SANTIAGO GARCIA EL Edcouch | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| LA VILLA EARLY COLLEGE H S La Villa | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| LA VILLA MIDDLE La Villa | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| JOSE BERNABE MUNOZ EL La Villa | 4.0 mi | 4.9 |
| MARIA ALICIA P MUNOZ EL Donna | 5.0 mi | 4.3 |
| MONTE ALTO H S Monte Alto | 5.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ROBERTO GARATE EL Monte Alto | 5.6 mi | 5.2 |
| JOSE BORREGO MIDDLE Monte Alto | 5.6 mi | 6.6 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY EL Edinburg | 5.1 mi | 6.5 |
| SAN CARLOS EL Edinburg | 5.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PFC MARIO YBARRA EL Weslaco | 6.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78538 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,904
Median Home Value
$87,300
Median Rent
$586/mo
Population
10,740
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
35.6%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about L B J EL
What grades does L B J EL serve?
L B J EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend L B J EL?
L B J EL has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at L B J EL?
The student-teacher ratio at L B J 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 L B J EL rank in TX?
L B J EL ranks #6,107 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is L B J EL's MySchoolScout rating?
L B J EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 L B J EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, L B J EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is L B J EL a charter school?
No, L B J EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is L B J EL a Title I school?
No, L B J EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for L B J EL?
88.5% of students at L B J 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (956) 262-6010
Resources & Links
District
EDCOUCH-ELSA ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,398
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,208
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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