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South EL

Elementary School · BRECKENRIDGE ISD

1001 W ELLIOTT ST, Breckenridge, TX 76424

Enrollment

298

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,181 of 8,552

In Breckenridge

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

BRECKENRIDGE ISD

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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South EL

6.4/10

Elementary School in Breckenridge · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About South EL

South EL is a public elementary school in Breckenridge, TX, part of BRECKENRIDGE ISD. South EL serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. South EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,181 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for South EL show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,038
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

South EL — Students at South EL score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 64.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
44.5%
ELA
45.4%
2024
Math
48%
ELA
53%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How South EL Compares

See how South EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in TX
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1001 W ELLIOTT ST, Breckenridge, TX 76424

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SIEBERT EL (rated 7.6/10, 25.1 miles away, in nearby Eastland), which scores notably higher. Another option is CISCO EL (rated 6.6/10, 25.7 miles away, in nearby Cisco), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NANCY SMITH EL (rated 6.0/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Albany), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Breckenridge, see our Breckenridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 31.9 mi
School Distance Rating
BRECKENRIDGE J H Breckenridge 0.6 mi 6.8
BRECKENRIDGE H S Breckenridge 0.6 mi 5.6
EAST EL Breckenridge 1.6 mi 5.7
WOODSON SCHOOL Woodson 20.2 mi 7.2
MORAN SCHOOL Moran 20.6 mi 4.7
EASTLAND H S Eastland 24.9 mi 7.0
EASTLAND MIDDLE Eastland 24.9 mi 7.5
SIEBERT EL Eastland 25.1 mi 7.6
CISCO LEARNING CENTER Cisco 25.5 mi
CISCO EL Cisco 25.7 mi 6.6
REDEEMER CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Cisco 25.9 mi
ALBANY JR-SR H S Albany 21.9 mi 6.6
NANCY SMITH EL Albany 22.0 mi 6.0
CISCO J H Cisco 26.2 mi 8.3
CISCO H S Cisco 26.3 mi 9.4
RANGER H S Ranger 24.6 mi 5.3
RANGER EL Ranger 24.6 mi 3.7
RANGER MIDDLE Ranger 24.6 mi 5.2
STRAWN SCHOOL Strawn 28.0 mi 5.9
NEWCASTLE SCHOOL Newcastle 31.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76424 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,659

Median Home Value

$102,200

Median Rent

$801/mo

Population

8,626

College Educated

18.2%

Homeownership

77%

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South EL

What grades does South EL serve?

South EL serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend South EL?

South EL has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South EL?

The student-teacher ratio at South EL is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South EL rank in TX?

South EL ranks #4,181 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is South EL's MySchoolScout rating?

South 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 South EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South EL has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is South EL a charter school?

No, South EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is South EL a Title I school?

No, South EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South EL?

71.1% of students at South 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Stephens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

BRECKENRIDGE ISD
District Enrollment
1,390
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,038
District Rank
#2 of 4

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