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#4192 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 49% in state
Sam Houston EL
Elementary School · CORSICANA ISD
1213 W 4TH AVE, Corsicana, TX 75110
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,192 of 8,552
In Corsicana
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
CORSICANA ISD
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Sam Houston EL
Elementary School in Corsicana · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sam Houston EL
Sam Houston EL is a public elementary school in Corsicana, TX, part of CORSICANA ISD. Sam Houston EL serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sam Houston EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,192 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sam Houston EL show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Sam Houston EL — Students at Sam Houston EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82%
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: 6.7/10.
How Sam Houston EL Compares
See how Sam Houston 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
1213 W 4TH AVE, Corsicana, TX 75110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sam Houston EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILDRED EL (rated 7.6/10, 6.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RICE EL (rated 7.2/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Rice), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BLOOMING GROVE EL (rated 5.3/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Blooming Grove), a more accessible option. For more schools in Corsicana, see our Corsicana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BOWIE EL Corsicana | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| TWO DIMENSIONS AT CORSICANA Houston | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| COLLINS INT Corsicana | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CARROLL EL Corsicana | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| FANNIN EL Corsicana | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
| JOSE ANTONIO NAVARRO EL Corsicana | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
| CORSICANA H S Corsicana | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| CORSICANA MIDDLE Corsicana | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| MILDRED EL Corsicana | 6.4 mi | 7.6 |
| MILDRED H S Corsicana | 6.8 mi | 8.4 |
| RICE EL Rice | 9.2 mi | 7.2 |
| RICE INTERMEDIATE/MIDDLE SCHOOL Rice | 9.5 mi | 7.0 |
| RICE H S Rice | 9.8 mi | 7.7 |
| BLOOMING GROVE H S Blooming Grove | 13.9 mi | 8.5 |
| BLOOMING GROVE JH Blooming Grove | 14.0 mi | 5.3 |
| BLOOMING GROVE EL Blooming Grove | 14.5 mi | 5.3 |
| KERENS SCHOOL Kerens | 14.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ENNIS J H Ennis | 16.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ENNIS H S Ennis | 17.3 mi | 5.3 |
| HOUSTON EL Ennis | 17.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,053
Median Home Value
$169,200
Median Rent
$1,043/mo
Population
31,003
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
59.9%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
34.2
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| AARON PARKER EL Paris, TX | 6.4 |
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| ALTON EL Mission, TX | 6.4 |
| ALVAREZ EL Mcallen, TX | 6.4 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI - NORTHEAST CAMPUS San Antonio, TX | 6.4 |
| BASSWOOD EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sam Houston EL
What grades does Sam Houston EL serve?
Sam Houston EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Sam Houston EL?
Sam Houston EL has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sam Houston EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Sam Houston EL is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sam Houston EL rank in TX?
Sam Houston EL ranks #4,192 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sam Houston EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Sam Houston EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Sam Houston EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sam Houston EL has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sam Houston EL a charter school?
No, Sam Houston EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sam Houston EL a Title I school?
No, Sam Houston EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sam Houston EL?
82.0% of students at Sam Houston 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Navarro County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (903) 874-6971
Resources & Links
District
CORSICANA ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,075
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,676
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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