Excellent
#466 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 5% in state
Rains EL
Elementary School · RAINS ISD
P O BOX 247, Emory, TX 75440
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#466 of 8,552
In Emory
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
RAINS ISD
Academic performance
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Rains EL
Elementary School in Emory · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rains EL
Rains EL is a public elementary school in Emory, TX, part of RAINS ISD. Rains EL serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rains EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #466 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Rains EL show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rains EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Rains EL — Students at Rains EL score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2010-11)
Based on 6 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Rains EL Compares
See how Rains EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O BOX 247, Emory, TX 75440
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rains EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRAND SALINE EL (rated 7.6/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Grand Saline), a more accessible option. Another option is YANTIS EL (rated 7.5/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Yantis), a more accessible option. Additionally, GRAND SALINE INT (rated 7.5/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Grand Saline), a more accessible option. For more schools in Emory, see our Emory schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAINS INT Emory | 0.2 mi | 3.0 |
| RAINS J H Emory | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| RAINS H S Emory | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| MILLER GROVE SCHOOL Cumby | 9.1 mi | 7.7 |
| LONE OAK H S Lone Oak | 10.4 mi | 7.8 |
| LONE OAK MIDDLE Lone Oak | 10.5 mi | 6.8 |
| LONE OAK EL Lone Oak | 10.7 mi | 5.3 |
| FRUITVALE H S Fruitvale | 14.2 mi | 8.0 |
| FRUITVALE MIDDLE Fruitvale | 14.2 mi | 7.2 |
| HALLIE RANDALL EL Fruitvale | 14.2 mi | 5.7 |
| EDGEWOOD EL Edgewood | 14.4 mi | 7.1 |
| EDGEWOOD H S Edgewood | 14.4 mi | 6.9 |
| EDGEWOOD MIDDLE Edgewood | 14.4 mi | 7.6 |
| EDGEWOOD INT Edgewood | 14.4 mi | 5.7 |
| GRAND SALINE H S Grand Saline | 14.9 mi | 6.4 |
| GRAND SALINE MIDDLE Grand Saline | 14.9 mi | 5.9 |
| YANTIS SCHOOL Yantis | 12.9 mi | 7.2 |
| YANTIS EL Yantis | 12.9 mi | 7.5 |
| GRAND SALINE INT Grand Saline | 15.0 mi | 7.5 |
| GRAND SALINE EL Grand Saline | 15.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75440 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,893
Median Home Value
$270,400
Median Rent
$1,033/mo
Population
7,480
College Educated
25.5%
Homeownership
82.3%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
47
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDERSON-SHIRO EL Anderson, TX | 8.8 |
| CARPENTER EL Pflugerville, TX | 8.8 |
| CENTRAL HEIGHTS EL Nacogdoches, TX | 8.8 |
| DE ZAVALA EL Fort Worth, TX | 8.8 |
| EARL & LOTTIE WOLFORD EL Mckinney, TX | 8.8 |
| EDWIN F WILLIAMS INT Perryton, TX | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rains EL
What grades does Rains EL serve?
Rains EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Rains EL?
Rains EL has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rains EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Rains EL is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rains EL rank in TX?
Rains EL ranks #466 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Rains EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Rains EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Rains EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rains EL has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).
Is Rains EL a charter school?
No, Rains EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rains EL a Title I school?
No, Rains EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rains EL?
62.3% of students at Rains 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Rains County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.2%
- Phone
- (903) 473-2222
Resources & Links
District
RAINS ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,738
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,081
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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