Needs Improvement
#8401 of 8,552 schools in TX
Spring Lake Park EL
Elementary School · TEXARKANA ISD
4324 GHIO FISH BLVD, Texarkana, TX 75503
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,401 of 8,552
In Texarkana
#22 of 22
public schools
In district
#13 of 13
TEXARKANA ISD
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Spring Lake Park EL
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About Spring Lake Park EL
Spring Lake Park EL is a public elementary school in Texarkana, TX, part of TEXARKANA ISD. Spring Lake Park EL serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Lake Park EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,401 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Spring Lake Park EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Spring Lake Park 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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Spring Lake Park EL — Students at Spring Lake Park EL score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.8%
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: 1.3/10.
How Spring Lake Park EL Compares
See how Spring Lake Park 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
4324 GHIO FISH BLVD, Texarkana, TX 75503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Lake Park EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARGARET FISCHER DAVIS EL (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JAMES DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Texarkana, see our Texarkana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL OF TEXARKANA Texarkana | 0.7 mi | — |
| DIGITAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS Texarkana | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| PREMIER H S OF TEXARKANA Lewisville | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| TEXAS H S Texarkana | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| TEXAS MIDDLE Texarkana | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JAMES DAY SCHOOL Texarkana | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL Texarkana | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL Texarkana | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| MARGARET FISCHER DAVIS EL Texarkana | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| ARKANSAS MIDDLE SCHOOL Texarkana | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Texarkana | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL AND KINDER Texarkana | 1.7 mi | — |
| OPTIONS EARLY GRADUATION H S Texarkana | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| EDWARD D. TRICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Texarkana | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTH HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Texarkana | 1.9 mi | 9.6 |
| ARKANSAS HIGH SCHOOL Texarkana | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| PLEASANT GROVE MIDDLE Texarkana | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| THERON JONES EARLY LITERACY CENTER Texarkana | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Texarkana | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| WESTLAWN EL Texarkana | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,733
Median Home Value
$214,400
Median Rent
$1,185/mo
Population
27,207
College Educated
34.7%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
38.3
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| AIKIN EL Dallas, TX | 2.7 |
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| CANDLEWOOD EL San Antonio, TX | 2.7 |
| EDWARD BRISCOE EL Fort Worth, TX | 2.7 |
| LANGFORD EL Austin, TX | 2.7 |
| SAMUEL HOUSTON EL Huntsville, TX | 2.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Lake Park EL
What grades does Spring Lake Park EL serve?
Spring Lake Park EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Spring Lake Park EL?
Spring Lake Park EL has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Lake Park EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Lake Park EL is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spring Lake Park EL rank in TX?
Spring Lake Park EL ranks #8,401 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Spring Lake Park EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Lake Park EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Spring Lake Park EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Lake Park EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Spring Lake Park EL a charter school?
No, Spring Lake Park EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Lake Park EL a Title I school?
No, Spring Lake Park EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Lake Park EL?
92.8% of students at Spring Lake Park 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
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bowie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (903) 794-7525
Resources & Links
District
TEXARKANA ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,276
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,568
- District Rank
- #13 of 13
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