Average
#5873 of 8,547 schools in TX
O'connor EL
Elementary School · VICTORIA ISD
P O BOX 1759, Victoria, TX 77902
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Victoria
#17 of 24
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#2,906 of 4,678
In district
#17 of 24
VICTORIA ISD
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very strong
About O'connor EL
O'Connor Elementary is a regular public school located in the small city of Victoria, Texas. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, O'Connor has an enrollment of 453 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18.1:1 with 25 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's MySchoolScout rating is 3.4 out of 10, placing it in the 16th percentile among Texas schools based on its state ranking of #7261 out of 8,598 schools.
Academically, O'Connor Elementary has room for growth as reflected by their academic score of 2.6/10 and proficiency rates: 26% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while 22% meet the same standard in Math. Despite these challenges, the school remains committed to supporting its diverse student body. Located in Victoria's small city setting, O'Connor Elementary benefits from a close-knit community that values education and provides numerous opportunities for family engagement outside of school hours.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at O'connor EL are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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O'connor EL — Students at O'connor EL score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.8%
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: 7.7/10.
How O'connor EL Compares
See how O'connor EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 27% (2019) to 18% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 27% (2019) to 24% (2021).
Location
P O BOX 1759, Victoria, TX 77902
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O'connor EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHSIDE BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RODOLFO TORRES EL (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SHIELDS EL (rated 5.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Victoria, see our Victoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VISD SUCCESS ACADEMY Victoria | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| SECONDARY DAEP Victoria | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| PRI DAEP Victoria | 0.5 mi | — |
| RODOLFO TORRES EL Victoria | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| DUDLEY EL Victoria | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| PATTI WELDER MIDDLE Victoria | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| STEM MIDDLE Victoria | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| VICTORIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Victoria | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| CRAIN EL Victoria | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| HOPKINS EL Victoria | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| SMITH STEM ACADEMY Victoria | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Victoria | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Victoria | 2.3 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Victoria | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| SHIELDS EL Victoria | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| METHODIST DAY SCHOOL Victoria | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT FW GROSS Victoria | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTHSIDE BAPTIST SCHOOL Victoria | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| 262866927 Victoria | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Victoria | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O'connor EL
What grades does O'connor EL serve?
O'connor EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend O'connor EL?
O'connor EL has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O'connor EL?
The student-teacher ratio at O'connor EL is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O'connor EL rank in TX?
O'connor EL is ranked #5873 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is O'connor EL's MySchoolScout rating?
O'connor EL has a composite rating of 5.5 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 O'connor EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, O'connor EL has 22.5% math proficiency and 25.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is O'connor EL a charter school?
No, O'connor EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O'connor EL a Title I school?
No, O'connor EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O'connor EL?
80.8% of students at O'connor 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
- City Safety
- High (2,287/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Victoria). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 453
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Victoria County
- Phone
- (361) 788-9572
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
VICTORIA ISD- District Enrollment
- 13,027
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,524
- District Rank
- #17 of 24
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