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Mineral Wells EL

Elementary School · MINERAL WELLS ISD

1001 SOUTHEAST MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ST, Mineral Wells, TX 76067

Enrollment

1,907

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,962 of 8,552

In Mineral Wells

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

MINERAL WELLS ISD

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Mineral Wells EL

6.6/10

Elementary School in Mineral Wells · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mineral Wells EL

Mineral Wells EL is a public elementary school in Mineral Wells, TX, part of MINERAL WELLS ISD. Mineral Wells EL serves approximately 1,907 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mineral Wells EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,962 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Mineral Wells EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above TX schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,736
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Mineral Wells EL — Students at Mineral Wells EL score 44% 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

79.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 53.3% (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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
45.9%
2024
Math
45%
ELA
42%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Mineral Wells EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in TX
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
120 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

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

1001 SOUTHEAST MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ST, Mineral Wells, TX 76067

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mineral Wells EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PALO PINTO EL (rated 9.5/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Palo Pinto), which scores notably higher. Another option is SANTO EL (rated 9.1/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Santo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROCK INT (rated 8.1/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Brock), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mineral Wells, see our Mineral Wells schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MINERAL WELLS J H Mineral Wells 0.5 mi 5.2
MINERAL WELLS ACADEMY Mineral Wells 1.6 mi
MINERAL WELLS H S Mineral Wells 1.7 mi 4.7
MILLSAP EL Millsap 5.8 mi 6.2
MILLSAP H S Millsap 6.6 mi 7.0
MILLSAP MIDDLE Millsap 6.6 mi 8.5
GARNER COLLEGE AND CAREER PREPARATORY ACADEMY Weatherford 7.2 mi 4.9
GRAFORD SCHOOL Graford 12.7 mi 7.9
PALO PINTO EL Palo Pinto 11.9 mi 9.5
BROCK J H Brock 12.8 mi 7.8
BROCK INT Brock 12.9 mi 8.1
BROCK H S Brock 13.8 mi 8.4
BROCK EL Brock 13.8 mi 7.1
SANTO EL Santo 15.1 mi 9.1
SANTO H S Santo 15.1 mi 9.0
PERRIN SCHOOL Perrin 16.1 mi 8.2
PEASTER J H Peaster 14.5 mi 6.0
PEASTER H S Peaster 14.5 mi 6.7
PEASTER EL Peaster 14.8 mi 6.1
WEATHERFORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weatherford 15.1 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,670

Median Home Value

$156,000

Median Rent

$1,050/mo

Population

20,906

College Educated

13.3%

Homeownership

62.4%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

19%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mineral Wells EL

What grades does Mineral Wells EL serve?

Mineral Wells EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Mineral Wells EL?

Mineral Wells EL has an enrollment of approximately 1,907 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mineral Wells EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Mineral Wells EL is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mineral Wells EL rank in TX?

Mineral Wells EL ranks #3,962 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Mineral Wells EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Mineral Wells EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Mineral Wells EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mineral Wells EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Mineral Wells EL a charter school?

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

Is Mineral Wells EL a Title I school?

No, Mineral Wells EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

79.4% of students at Mineral Wells 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
1,907
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
120
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Palo Pinto County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

District

MINERAL WELLS ISD
District Enrollment
3,321
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,736
District Rank
#1 of 3

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