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#6367 of 8,552 schools in TX
Perez EL
Elementary School · BROWNSVILLE ISD
2514 SHIDLER DR, Brownsville, TX 78521
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,367 of 8,552
In Brownsville
#57 of 66
public schools
In district
#45 of 51
BROWNSVILLE ISD
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Perez EL
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About Perez EL
Perez EL is a public elementary school in Brownsville, TX, part of BROWNSVILLE ISD. Perez EL serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Perez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,367 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Perez EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Perez 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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Perez EL — Students at Perez EL score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.6%
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: 3.3/10.
How Perez EL Compares
See how Perez 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
2514 SHIDLER DR, Brownsville, TX 78521
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Perez EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRYSS ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HUDSON EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARTIN EL (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HANNA EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| PREMIER H S OF BROWNSVILLE Lewisville | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| EGLY EL Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| MARTIN EL Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| OLIVEIRA MIDDLE Brownsville | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Brownsville | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| GUADALUPE REGIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Brownsville | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| PORTER EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brownsville | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| SHARP EL Brownsville | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Brownsville | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| HUDSON EL Brownsville | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| CANALES EL Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| STELL MIDDLE Brownsville | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| FAULK MIDDLE Brownsville | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD CORAM DEO CLASSICAL ACADEMY Brownsville | 1.6 mi | — |
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-BROWNSVILLE Brownsville | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| JUBILEE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BRYSS ACADEMY Brownsville | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,276
Median Home Value
$90,500
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
87,860
College Educated
14.8%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
30.6%
Median Age
31.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Perez EL
What grades does Perez EL serve?
Perez EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Perez EL?
Perez EL has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Perez EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Perez EL is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Perez EL rank in TX?
Perez EL ranks #6,367 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Perez EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Perez EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Perez EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Perez EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Perez EL a charter school?
No, Perez EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Perez EL a Title I school?
No, Perez EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Perez EL?
95.6% of students at Perez 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
- 618
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (956) 982-2800
Resources & Links
District
BROWNSVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,065
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,041
- District Rank
- #45 of 51
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