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South EL

Elementary School · LEVELLAND ISD

704 11TH ST, Levelland, TX 79336

Enrollment

271

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

2nd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,899 of 8,552

In Levelland

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

LEVELLAND ISD

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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South EL

6.0/10

Elementary School in Levelland · grades 2nd – 4th. 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 Levelland, TX, part of LEVELLAND ISD. South EL serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. South EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,899 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for South EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,300
Chronic Absenteeism10.3%

South EL — Students at South EL score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 61.1% (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
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
42%
ELA
44%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How South EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in TX
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

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

704 11TH ST, Levelland, TX 79336

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNDOWN EL (rated 9.5/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Sundown), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEVELLAND ACADEMIC BEGINNINGS CENTER (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITTLEFIELD PRI (rated 7.3/10, 24.1 miles away, in nearby Littlefield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Levelland, see our Levelland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MULLIN MOSAIC Mullin 1.4 mi
LEVELLAND H S Levelland 1.4 mi 7.6
CAPITOL EL Levelland 1.8 mi 5.4
LEVELLAND MIDDLE Levelland 2.1 mi 5.8
LEVELLAND ACADEMIC BEGINNINGS CENTER Levelland 2.4 mi 7.3
LEVELLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Levelland 2.7 mi
SUNDOWN EL Sundown 10.4 mi 9.5
SUNDOWN H S Sundown 10.4 mi 7.9
SUNDOWN J H Sundown 10.4 mi 9.0
RACE (ROUGHNECK ALTERNATIVE CENTER FOR EDUCATION) Sundown 10.4 mi
WHITHARRAL SCHOOL Whitharral 11.4 mi 8.4
SMYER SCHOOLS Smyer 12.0 mi 7.2
WHITEFACE SCHOOL Whiteface 14.3 mi 5.9
ROPES SCHOOL Ropesville 17.0 mi 7.2
MEADOW SCHOOL Meadow 18.9 mi 5.2
ANTON SCHOOL Anton 20.3 mi 5.4
LITTLEFIELD H S Littlefield 23.5 mi 8.0
LITTLEFIELD PRI Littlefield 24.1 mi 7.3
LITTLEFIELD J H Littlefield 24.2 mi 7.1
LITTLEFIELD EL Littlefield 24.2 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79336 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,724

Median Home Value

$124,900

Median Rent

$803/mo

Population

15,265

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

71.3%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South EL

What grades does South EL serve?

South EL serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.

How many students attend South EL?

South EL has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South EL?

The student-teacher ratio at South EL is 12.3:1. 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 #4,899 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is South EL's MySchoolScout rating?

South EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% 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?

80.8% 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Hockley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

District

LEVELLAND ISD
District Enrollment
2,617
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,300
District Rank
#3 of 5

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