Skip to main content

Very Good

#2669 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 31% in state

Menger EL

Elementary School · CORPUS CHRISTI ISD

2401 S ALAMEDA ST, Corpus Christi, TX 78404

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,669 of 8,552

In Corpus Christi

#17 of 83

public schools

In district

#6 of 52

CORPUS CHRISTI ISD

Equity

8.3 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Menger EL?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Menger EL

7.3/10

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

Wynn Seale Metropolitan School of Design

6.9/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Incarnate Word Academy-elem Level

6.9/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Menger EL

Menger EL is a public elementary school in Corpus Christi, TX, part of CORPUS CHRISTI ISD. Menger EL serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Menger EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,669 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Menger EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.9
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Menger 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,836
Chronic Absenteeism31.4%

Menger EL — Students at Menger EL score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 52.5% (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
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
32.3%
ELA
45.2%
2024
Math
47%
ELA
52%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Menger EL Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in TX
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

Location

2401 S ALAMEDA ST, Corpus Christi, TX 78404

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Menger EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WYNN SEALE METROPOLITAN SCHOOL OF DESIGN (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY-ELEM LEVEL (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Corpus Christi, see our Corpus Christi schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
WYNN SEALE METROPOLITAN SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi 0.4 mi 6.9
INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY-ELEM LEVEL Corpus Christi 0.5 mi 6.9
CORPUS CHRISTI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corpus Christi 0.6 mi 3.1
COLLEGIATE H S Corpus Christi 0.5 mi 8.0
ALLEN EL Corpus Christi 1.0 mi 4.7
RAY H S Corpus Christi 1.0 mi 6.1
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Corpus Christi 1.2 mi 6.6
HOUSTON EL Corpus Christi 1.2 mi 6.8
ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Corpus Christi 1.3 mi 7.2
TRAVIS EL Corpus Christi 1.2 mi 2.8
VENTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Corpus Christi 1.3 mi
RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY CORPUS CHRISTI Corpus Christi 1.4 mi 4.2
BAKER MIDDLE Corpus Christi 1.6 mi 6.3
MARY HELEN BERLANGA EL Corpus Christi 1.9 mi 4.6
PROMESA COLLEGE PREP WEST CORPUS CHRISTI Corpus Christi 1.8 mi 5.9
FANNIN EL Corpus Christi 1.9 mi 6.0
MARTIN MIDDLE Corpus Christi 1.9 mi 3.6
ZAVALA EL Corpus Christi 2.0 mi 4.9
SHAW SES Corpus Christi 2.0 mi 3.5
COLES H S AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Corpus Christi 2.3 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,264

Median Home Value

$180,500

Median Rent

$1,172/mo

Population

13,607

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

53.1%

Avg Commute

19.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

45.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALCOTT EL Houston, TX 7.3
BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO EL Alice, TX 7.3
BOWIE EL Bowie, TX 7.3
BUSHLAND EL Bushland, TX 7.3
CAROL HOLT EL Arlington, TX 7.3
CAYUGA EL Cayuga, TX 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Menger EL

What grades does Menger EL serve?

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

How many students attend Menger EL?

Menger EL has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Menger EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Menger EL is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Menger EL rank in TX?

Menger EL ranks #2,669 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Menger EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Menger EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Menger EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Menger EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Menger EL a charter school?

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

Is Menger EL a Title I school?

No, Menger EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

84.1% of students at Menger 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Nueces County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

District

CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
District Enrollment
33,053
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,836
District Rank
#6 of 52

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.