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#5063 of 8,552 schools in TX
Seguin EL
Elementary School · MCALLEN ISD
2200 N 29TH ST, Mcallen, TX 78501
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,063 of 8,552
In Mcallen
#33 of 37
public schools
In district
#28 of 30
MCALLEN ISD
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Seguin EL
Seguin EL is a public elementary school in Mcallen, TX, part of MCALLEN ISD. Seguin EL serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Seguin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,063 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Seguin EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Seguin 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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Seguin EL — Students at Seguin EL score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.2%
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: 5.1/10.
How Seguin EL Compares
See how Seguin 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
2200 N 29TH ST, Mcallen, TX 78501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Seguin EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILAM EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THIGPEN-ZAVALA EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CASTANEDA EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mcallen, see our Mcallen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACHIEVE EARLY COLLEGE H S Mcallen | 0.5 mi | 9.5 |
| MCAULIFFE EL Mcallen | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| QUEST COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-MCALLEN Lewisville | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| MCALLEN H S Mcallen | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| ROWE H S Mc Allen | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| ALVAREZ EL Mcallen | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTHWEST KEY PROGRAM Mcallen | 1.1 mi | — |
| CASTANEDA EL Mcallen | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| DE LEON MIDDLE Mcallen | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcallen | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| WILSON EL Mcallen | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Mcallen | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MILAM EL Mcallen | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-MCALLEN Mcallen | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| LAMAR ACADEMY Mcallen | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI - STEM ACADEMY Mcallen | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| THIGPEN-ZAVALA EL Mcallen | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| IDEA MCALLEN COLLEGE PREPARATORY Mcallen | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| IDEA MCALLEN ACADEMY Mcallen | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| INSTR/GUID CENTER Mcallen | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,451
Median Home Value
$149,000
Median Rent
$943/mo
Population
59,095
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
36.8
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| BISHOP EL Everman, TX | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Seguin EL
What grades does Seguin EL serve?
Seguin EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Seguin EL?
Seguin EL has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Seguin EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Seguin EL is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Seguin EL rank in TX?
Seguin EL ranks #5,063 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Seguin EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Seguin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Seguin EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Seguin EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Seguin EL a charter school?
No, Seguin EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Seguin EL a Title I school?
No, Seguin EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Seguin EL?
97.2% of students at Seguin 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
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.0%
- Phone
- (956) 971-4565
Resources & Links
District
MCALLEN ISD- District Enrollment
- 20,095
- Schools in District
- 31
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,409
- District Rank
- #28 of 30
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