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#6170 of 8,552 schools in TX
Santos Livas EL
Elementary School · PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
733 N ALAMO RD, Alamo, TX 78516
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,170 of 8,552
In Alamo
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#39 of 42
PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
Equity
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Santos Livas EL
Elementary School in Alamo · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Santos Livas EL
Santos Livas EL is a public elementary school in Alamo, TX, part of PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD. Santos Livas EL serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Santos Livas EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,170 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Santos Livas EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Santos Livas EL — Students at Santos Livas EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.8%
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: 3.6/10.
How Santos Livas EL Compares
See how Santos Livas 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
733 N ALAMO RD, Alamo, TX 78516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santos Livas EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AUGUSTO GUERRA EL (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SGT LEONEL TREVINO EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby San Juan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAPT D SALINAS II EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Donna), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alamo, see our Alamo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Alamo | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ZEFERINO FARIAS EL Alamo | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| AUGUSTO GUERRA EL Alamo | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| JESUS - JESSE - VELA JR MIDDLE Alamo | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| AUDIE MURPHY MIDDLE Alamo | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| PREMIER H S OF SAN JUAN Lewisville | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| VIDA N CLOVER EL San Juan | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY ALAMO Alamo | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| IDEA ACADEMY ALAMO Alamo | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| PSJA MEMORIAL EARLY COLLEGE H S Alamo | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| JOHN MCKEEVER EL Alamo | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| R YZAGUIRRE MIDDLE San Juan | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| CAPT D SALINAS II EL Donna | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| AMANDA GARZA-PENA EL San Juan | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREPARATORY SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ALFRED SORENSEN EL San Juan | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| SGT LEONEL TREVINO EL San Juan | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| MACEDONIAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Alamo | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE San Juan | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| VANGUARD MOZART Pharr | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,547
Median Home Value
$102,900
Median Rent
$743/mo
Population
34,960
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
30.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santos Livas EL
What grades does Santos Livas EL serve?
Santos Livas EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Santos Livas EL?
Santos Livas EL has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santos Livas EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Santos Livas EL is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santos Livas EL rank in TX?
Santos Livas EL ranks #6,170 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Santos Livas EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Santos Livas EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Santos Livas EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santos Livas EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Santos Livas EL a charter school?
No, Santos Livas EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santos Livas EL a Title I school?
No, Santos Livas EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santos Livas EL?
88.8% of students at Santos Livas 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
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (956) 354-2840
Resources & Links
District
PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD- District Enrollment
- 30,008
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,411
- District Rank
- #39 of 42
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