Excellent
#625 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 7% in state
Nueces Canyon EL
Elementary School · NUECES CANYON CISD
P O BOX 118, Barksdale, TX 78828
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Barksdale
#1 of 2
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#347 of 4,678
In district
#1 of 2
NUECES CANYON CISD
School environment
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Nueces Canyon EL
Nueces Canyon EL is a public elementary school in Barksdale, TX, part of the NUECES CANYON CISD. The school serves approximately 129 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92.7th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 30% proficiency in math and 42% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.8/10). The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 129 students, Nueces Canyon EL is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Nueces Canyon EL may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Nueces Canyon EL — Students at Nueces Canyon EL score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 8.6/10.
How Nueces Canyon EL Compares
See how Nueces Canyon EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 32% (2019) to 27% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 42% (2019) to 42% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 118, Barksdale, TX 78828
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nueces Canyon EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JONES ELEMENTARY/INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 34.4 miles away, in nearby Brackettville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is UVALDE EL (rated 7.9/10, 33.9 miles away, in nearby Uvalde), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DIVIDE EL (rated 7.7/10, 38.9 miles away, in nearby Mountain Home), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Barksdale, see our Barksdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 38.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NUECES CANYON JH/HS Barksdale | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
| LEAKEY SCHOOL Leakey | 15.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BIG SPRINGS CHARTER SCHOOL Ingram | 23.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ROCKSPRINGS K-12 Rocksprings | 26.7 mi | 6.8 |
| UTOPIA SCHOOL Utopia | 29.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CROSSROADS ACADEMY Uvalde | 33.4 mi | 6.4 |
| FLORES EL Uvalde | 33.6 mi | 6.6 |
| MORALES J H Uvalde | 33.6 mi | 6.0 |
| UVALDE EL Uvalde | 33.9 mi | 7.9 |
| UVALDE H S Uvalde | 33.9 mi | 5.9 |
| SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL Uvalde | 34.1 mi | 6.7 |
| DALTON EL Uvalde | 34.1 mi | 6.9 |
| UVALDE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Uvalde | 34.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ST PHILIP'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Uvalde | 34.2 mi | — |
| UVALDE DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Uvalde | 34.4 mi | 6.0 |
| KNIPPA SCHOOL Knippa | 34.1 mi | 6.5 |
| BRACKETT H S Brackettville | 34.4 mi | 5.7 |
| JONES ELEMENTARY/INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Brackettville | 34.4 mi | 9.2 |
| BRACKETT J H Bracketville | 34.4 mi | 7.9 |
| DIVIDE EL Mountain Home | 38.9 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78828 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
27
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
0%
Median Age
34.9
Community Profile
It is a community where 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 0.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GAUSE EL Gause, TX | 8.4 |
| MONTAGUE EL Montague, TX | 8.4 |
| PINES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingwood, TX | 8.4 |
| SILVERLINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL - SHADOW CREEK Pearland, TX | 8.4 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Temple, TX | 8.4 |
| YANTIS EL Yantis, TX | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nueces Canyon EL
What grades does Nueces Canyon EL serve?
Nueces Canyon EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Nueces Canyon EL?
Nueces Canyon EL has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nueces Canyon EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Nueces Canyon EL is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nueces Canyon EL rank in TX?
Nueces Canyon EL is ranked #625 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Nueces Canyon EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Nueces Canyon EL has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Nueces Canyon EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Nueces Canyon EL has 29.5% math proficiency and 42.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Nueces Canyon EL a charter school?
No, Nueces Canyon EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nueces Canyon EL a Title I school?
No, Nueces Canyon EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nueces Canyon EL?
83.7% of students at Nueces Canyon 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 129
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Real County
- Phone
- (830) 597-3218
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NUECES CANYON CISD- District Enrollment
- 239
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,605
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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