Average
#3375 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 40% in state
Sharp EL
Elementary School · BROWNSVILLE ISD
1439 PALM BLVD, Brownsville, TX 78520
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,375 of 8,552
In Brownsville
#41 of 66
public schools
In district
#30 of 51
BROWNSVILLE ISD
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Sharp EL
Sharp EL is a public elementary school in Brownsville, TX, part of BROWNSVILLE ISD. Sharp EL serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sharp EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,375 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sharp EL show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Sharp 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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Sharp EL — Students at Sharp EL score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89%
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: 7.2/10.
How Sharp EL Compares
See how Sharp 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
1439 PALM BLVD, Brownsville, TX 78520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sharp EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRYSS ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARTIN EL (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BROWNSVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brownsville, see our Brownsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Brownsville | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Brownsville | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| MARTIN EL Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PUTEGNAT EL Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| BROWNSVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - BROWNSVILLE Brownsville | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| SKINNER EL Brownsville | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Brownsville | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| GUADALUPE REGIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Brownsville | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brownsville | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| TRIUMPH PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS-BROWNSVILLE Brownsville | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| STELL MIDDLE Brownsville | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| RUSSELL EL Brownsville | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| PEREZ EL Brownsville | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brownsville | 1.3 mi | — |
| BRYSS ACADEMY Brownsville | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| CANALES EL Brownsville | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD CORAM DEO CLASSICAL ACADEMY Brownsville | 1.5 mi | — |
| PREMIER H S OF BROWNSVILLE Lewisville | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| BROWNSVILLE EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,331
Median Home Value
$129,200
Median Rent
$842/mo
Population
63,337
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
58.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.8%
Median Age
31.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A M PATE EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.9 |
| ACADEMY AT CARRIE F THOMAS North Richland Hills, TX | 6.9 |
| ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR Fort Worth, TX | 6.9 |
| ALMA BREWER STRAWN EL Dale, TX | 6.9 |
| ANNIE PURL EL Georgetown, TX | 6.9 |
| BAY COLONY EL Dickinson, TX | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sharp EL
What grades does Sharp EL serve?
Sharp EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sharp EL?
Sharp EL has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharp EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Sharp EL is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sharp EL rank in TX?
Sharp EL ranks #3,375 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sharp EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Sharp EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Sharp EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sharp EL has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sharp EL a charter school?
No, Sharp EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sharp EL a Title I school?
No, Sharp EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sharp EL?
89.0% of students at Sharp 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
- 465
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (956) 982-2930
Resources & Links
District
BROWNSVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,065
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,041
- District Rank
- #30 of 51
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