Below Average
#7378 of 8,552 schools in TX
Based on limited data
South EL
Elementary School · PLAINVIEW ISD
605 S GARLAND ST, Plainview, TX 79072
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,378 of 8,552
In Plainview
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
PLAINVIEW ISD
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South EL
Elementary School in Plainview · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Plainview Christian Academy
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Central EL
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About South EL
South EL is a public elementary school in Plainview, TX, part of PLAINVIEW ISD. South EL serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. South EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #7,378 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for South EL show 26% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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South EL — Students at South EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
How South EL Compares
See how South EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
605 S GARLAND ST, Plainview, TX 79072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL EL (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AKIN EL (rated 4.5/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Hale Center), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NORTH EL (rated 4.1/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Plainview, see our Plainview schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PLAINVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Plainview | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CENTRAL EL Plainview | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| PLAINVIEW H S Plainview | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| PLAINVIEW J H Plainview | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ABERNATHY DAEP Abernathy | 2.2 mi | — |
| LOCKNEY DAEP Lockney | 2.2 mi | — |
| HALE COUNTY JJAEP Plainview | 2.2 mi | — |
| DAEP Shallowater | 2.2 mi | — |
| PLAINVIEW INT Plainview | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| NORTH EL Plainview | 3.2 mi | 4.1 |
| CARR MIDDLE Hale Center | 9.4 mi | 4.3 |
| HALE CO J J A E P Hale Center | 9.5 mi | — |
| AKIN EL Hale Center | 9.5 mi | 4.5 |
| HALE CENTER H S Hale Center | 10.3 mi | 7.3 |
| KRESS H S Kress | 13.2 mi | 7.5 |
| KRESS EL Kress | 13.3 mi | 4.1 |
| LOCKNEY EL Lockney | 17.0 mi | 3.6 |
| LOCKNEY J H Lockney | 17.2 mi | 4.6 |
| LOCKNEY H S Lockney | 17.3 mi | 6.9 |
| COTTON CENTER SCHOOL Cotton Center | 19.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,766
Median Home Value
$106,400
Median Rent
$813/mo
Population
25,596
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
32
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALTON BOYD EL Allen, TX | 4.2 |
| ANSON JONES EL Dallas, TX | 4.2 |
| BARRON EL Plano, TX | 4.2 |
| BOBBY JOE HILL PK-8 El Paso, TX | 4.2 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ PRI Ft. Worth, TX | 4.2 |
| CHARLIE MARSHALL EL Aransas Pass, TX | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South EL
What grades does South EL serve?
South EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend South EL?
South EL has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South EL?
The student-teacher ratio at South EL is 15.9:1. 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 #7,378 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is South EL's MySchoolScout rating?
South EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 South EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South EL has 26% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).
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?
84.7% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 478
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Hale County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (806) 293-6000
Resources & Links
District
PLAINVIEW ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,277
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,396
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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