Below Average
#6860 of 8,552 schools in TX
Marcy EL
Elementary School · BIG SPRING ISD
708 E 11TH PL, Big Spring, TX 79720
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,860 of 8,552
In Big Spring
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
BIG SPRING ISD
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Marcy EL
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About Marcy EL
Marcy EL is a public elementary school in Big Spring, TX, part of BIG SPRING ISD. Marcy EL serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Marcy EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,860 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Marcy EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 7.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Marcy EL — Students at Marcy EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 16 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.
How Marcy EL Compares
See how Marcy 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
708 E 11TH PL, Big Spring, TX 79720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marcy EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GARDEN CITY EL (rated 9.5/10, 24.1 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Another option is GOLIAD EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WASHINGTON EL (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Big Spring, see our Big Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NAZARENE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY BIG SPRING Big Spring | 1.5 mi | — |
| BIG SPRING INT Big Spring | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| GOLIAD EL Big Spring | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| RUNNELS ACADEMY Big Spring | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BIG SPRING H S Big Spring | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| BIG SPRING J H Big Spring | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| WASHINGTON EL Big Spring | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| KENTWOOD EL Big Spring | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MOSS EL Big Spring | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| FORSAN EL Forsan | 10.0 mi | 4.8 |
| FORSAN H S Forsan | 10.0 mi | 8.5 |
| COAHOMA EL Coahoma | 12.4 mi | 6.2 |
| COAHOMA H S Coahoma | 12.4 mi | 5.7 |
| COAHOMA J H Coahoma | 12.4 mi | 5.0 |
| STANTON EL Stanton | 19.0 mi | 7.3 |
| STANTON MIDDLE Stanton | 19.0 mi | 8.2 |
| STANTON H S Stanton | 19.3 mi | 7.3 |
| GARDEN CITY EL Garden City | 24.1 mi | 9.5 |
| GARDEN CITY H S Garden City | 24.1 mi | 9.3 |
| SANDS CISD Ackerly | 25.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,194
Median Home Value
$146,500
Median Rent
$994/mo
Population
30,432
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
37.9
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| BELL EL Houston, TX | 4.6 |
| BONHAM EL Abilene, TX | 4.6 |
| BORMAN EL Denton, TX | 4.6 |
| C O CHANDLER EL Victoria, TX | 4.6 |
| CATER EL Temple, TX | 4.6 |
| CENTRAL EL Duncanville, TX | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marcy EL
What grades does Marcy EL serve?
Marcy EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Marcy EL?
Marcy EL has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marcy EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Marcy EL is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marcy EL rank in TX?
Marcy EL ranks #6,860 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Marcy EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Marcy EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Marcy EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marcy EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is Marcy EL a charter school?
No, Marcy EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marcy EL a Title I school?
No, Marcy EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marcy EL?
78.0% of students at Marcy 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Howard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.2%
- Phone
- (432) 264-4144
Resources & Links
District
BIG SPRING ISD- District Enrollment
- 3,451
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,360
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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