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Los Fresnos EL

Elementary School · LOS FRESNOS CISD

P O BOX 309, Los Fresnos, TX 78566

Enrollment

558

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,269 of 8,552

In Los Fresnos

#8 of 14

public schools

In district

#8 of 14

LOS FRESNOS CISD

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Los Fresnos EL

6.4/10

Elementary School in Los Fresnos · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Los Fresnos EL

Los Fresnos EL is a public elementary school in Los Fresnos, TX, part of LOS FRESNOS CISD. Los Fresnos EL serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Fresnos EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,269 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Los Fresnos EL show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.7 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+12.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,356
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Los Fresnos EL — Students at Los Fresnos EL score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 68.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 69.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
86%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
37.4%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
57%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Los Fresnos EL Compares

See how Los Fresnos EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in TX
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

P O BOX 309, Los Fresnos, TX 78566

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Los Fresnos EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROMESA COLLEGE PREP BROWNSVILLE (rated 8.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Brownsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is RANCHO VERDE EL (rated 8.1/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OLMITO EL (rated 8.1/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Fresnos, see our Los Fresnos schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
LOS CUATES MIDDLE Los Fresnos 0.2 mi 7.1
LOPEZ-RIGGINS EL Los Fresnos 1.1 mi 7.6
LOS FRESNOS H S Los Fresnos 1.8 mi 6.3
DORA ROMERO EL Los Fresnos 2.4 mi 6.6
LIBERTY MEMORIAL MIDDLE Los Fresnos 2.7 mi 6.5
LAURELES EL Los Fresnos 2.8 mi 6.4
PALMER-LAAKSO EL Los Fresnos 3.4 mi 7.6
RANCHO VERDE EL Los Fresnos 3.6 mi 8.1
RESACA MIDDLE Los Fresnos 3.7 mi 6.0
SOUTH TEXAS ISD MEDICAL PROFESSIONS Olmito 3.7 mi 9.1
VILLAREAL EL Los Fresnos 4.1 mi 6.4
OLMITO EL Los Fresnos 4.7 mi 8.1
IDEA SPORTS PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville 5.0 mi 7.2
IDEA SPORTS PARK ACADEMY Brownsville 5.0 mi 7.8
PROMESA COLLEGE PREP BROWNSVILLE Brownsville 6.6 mi 8.8
BURNS EL Brownsville 6.6 mi 8.0
JUBILEE BROWNSVILLE San Antonio 6.7 mi 4.9
VELA MIDDLE Brownsville 6.9 mi 7.7
IDEA BROWNSVILLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville 7.3 mi 7.8
IDEA BROWNSVILLE ACADEMY Brownsville 7.3 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,385

Median Home Value

$138,100

Median Rent

$863/mo

Population

24,927

College Educated

20.4%

Homeownership

74.3%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

26.4%

Median Age

34.1

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BASSWOOD EL Fort Worth, TX 6.4
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BILL CHILDRESS EL Canutillo, TX 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Los Fresnos EL

What grades does Los Fresnos EL serve?

Los Fresnos EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Los Fresnos EL?

Los Fresnos EL has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Fresnos EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Los Fresnos EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Los Fresnos EL rank in TX?

Los Fresnos EL ranks #4,269 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Los Fresnos EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Los Fresnos EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Los Fresnos EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Fresnos EL has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Los Fresnos EL a charter school?

No, Los Fresnos EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Los Fresnos EL a Title I school?

No, Los Fresnos EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Fresnos EL?

78.5% of students at Los Fresnos 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Cameron County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

District

LOS FRESNOS CISD
District Enrollment
10,546
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,356
District Rank
#8 of 14

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