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#5689 of 8,552 schools in TX
Long EL
Elementary School · MIDLAND ISD
4200 CEDAR SPRING DR, Midland, TX 79703
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,689 of 8,552
In Midland
#23 of 44
public schools
In district
#19 of 38
MIDLAND ISD
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Long EL
Elementary School in Midland · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Long EL
Long EL is a public elementary school in Midland, TX, part of MIDLAND ISD. Long EL serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Long EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,689 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Long EL show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Long EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Long EL — Students at Long EL score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.3%
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: 7.0/10.
How Long EL Compares
See how Long EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4200 CEDAR SPRING DR, Midland, TX 79703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Long EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MIDLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RUSK EL (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLASSICAL ACADEMY - PERMIAN BASIN (rated 6.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Lewisville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Midland, see our Midland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BURNET EL Midland | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| PREMIER H S OF MIDLAND Lewisville | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CLASSICAL ACADEMY - PERMIAN BASIN Lewisville | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ORION HIGH SCHOOL Midland | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ALAMO J H Midland | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| BONHAM EL Midland | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| TEXAS LEADERSHIP OF MIDLAND San Angelo | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| HENDERSON EL Midland | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| LAMAR EL Midland | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| JONES EL Midland | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY MIDLAND Midland | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| MIDLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Midland | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CRESTVIEW BAPTIST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Midland | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Midland | 1.8 mi | — |
| RUSK EL Midland | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| LEGACY H S Midland | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| MIDLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Midland | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MIDLAND ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Midland | 1.9 mi | — |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Midland | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| ST ANN S SCHOOL Midland | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,281
Median Home Value
$220,600
Median Rent
$1,466/mo
Population
20,638
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
32
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Long EL
What grades does Long EL serve?
Long EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Long EL?
Long EL has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Long EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Long EL is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Long EL rank in TX?
Long EL ranks #5,689 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Long EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Long EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Long EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Long EL has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Long EL a charter school?
No, Long EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Long EL a Title I school?
No, Long EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Long EL?
83.3% of students at Long 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
- 580
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Midland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (432) 240-7400
Resources & Links
District
MIDLAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 28,752
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,367
- District Rank
- #19 of 38
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