Average
#6220 of 8,552 schools in TX
Noonan EL
Elementary School · ALICE ISD
701 W THIRD ST, Alice, TX 78332
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,220 of 8,552
In Alice
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
ALICE ISD
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Noonan EL
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About Noonan EL
Noonan EL is a public elementary school in Alice, TX, part of ALICE ISD. Noonan EL serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Noonan EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #6,220 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Noonan EL show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Noonan 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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Noonan EL — Students at Noonan EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
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: 5.0/10.
How Noonan EL Compares
See how Noonan 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
701 W THIRD ST, Alice, TX 78332
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Noonan EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ORANGE GROVE EL (rated 8.4/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Orange Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is DUBOSE EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AGUA DULCE EL (rated 7.9/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Agua Dulce), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alice, see our Alice schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAENZ EL Alice | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| ST ELIZABETH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alice | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| ADAMS MIDDLE Alice | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| DUBOSE EL Alice | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| SCHALLERT EL Alice | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ALICE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alice | 1.8 mi | — |
| ALICE H S Alice | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO EL Alice | 7.3 mi | 7.3 |
| BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO H S Alice | 7.4 mi | 7.0 |
| COLLINS-PARR EL San Diego | 9.6 mi | 6.9 |
| BERNARDA JAIME J H San Diego | 9.9 mi | 6.5 |
| SAN DIEGO H S San Diego | 10.1 mi | 5.6 |
| AGUA DULCE H S Agua Dulce | 10.7 mi | 7.2 |
| AGUA DULCE EL Agua Dulce | 10.7 mi | 7.9 |
| ORANGE GROVE J H Orange Grove | 16.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ORANGE GROVE H S Orange Grove | 16.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ORANGE GROVE EL Orange Grove | 16.3 mi | 8.4 |
| ORANGE GROVE PRI Orange Grove | 16.4 mi | 5.3 |
| BANQUETE J H Banquete | 18.0 mi | 8.2 |
| BANQUETE EL Banquete | 18.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,199
Median Home Value
$97,900
Median Rent
$897/mo
Population
27,281
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
27.9%
Median Age
34.8
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| ARMSTRONG EL Conroe, TX | 5.1 |
| AUSTIN EL Ennis, TX | 5.1 |
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| BONHAM ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Noonan EL
What grades does Noonan EL serve?
Noonan EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Noonan EL?
Noonan EL has an enrollment of approximately 542 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Noonan EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Noonan EL is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Noonan EL rank in TX?
Noonan EL ranks #6,220 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Noonan EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Noonan EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Noonan EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Noonan EL has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Noonan EL a charter school?
No, Noonan EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Noonan EL a Title I school?
No, Noonan EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Noonan EL?
89.3% of students at Noonan 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 542
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jim Wells County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (361) 664-7591
Resources & Links
District
ALICE ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,486
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,993
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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