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T Price EL

Elementary School · DONNA ISD

116 N 10TH ST, Donna, TX 78537

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,535 of 8,552

In Donna

#9 of 21

public schools

In district

#8 of 19

DONNA ISD

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T Price EL

6.2/10

Elementary School in Donna · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.9/10

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About T Price EL

T Price EL is a public elementary school in Donna, TX, part of DONNA ISD. T Price EL serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. T Price EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,535 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for T Price EL show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.3 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,197
Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

T Price EL — Students at T Price EL score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 44.3% (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
72%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
51%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
22.2%
ELA
27.8%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
37%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How T Price EL Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in TX
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

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

116 N 10TH ST, Donna, TX 78537

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering T Price EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLECKLER/HEALD EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Weslaco), which scores slightly higher. Another option is J W CACERES DISCOVERY INT ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LE NOIR EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Donna, see our Donna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
DONNA H S Donna 0.3 mi 4.9
W A TODD MIDDLE Donna 0.6 mi 7.1
GUZMAN EL Donna 0.8 mi 6.2
C STAINKE EL Donna 1.2 mi 5.7
A M OCHOA EL Donna 1.2 mi 4.7
LE NOIR EL Donna 1.3 mi 6.4
A P SOLIS MIDDLE Donna 1.7 mi 7.8
MID VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weslaco 1.8 mi 5.6
CLECKLER/HEALD EL Weslaco 1.9 mi 7.0
WESLACO H S Weslaco 1.9 mi 5.2
VETERANS MIDDLE Donna 2.1 mi 5.4
IDEA COLLEGE PREP Donna 2.0 mi 6.4
IDEA ACADEMY Donna 2.0 mi 4.9
ELOY GARZA SALAZAR EL Donna 2.2 mi 5.1
HORIZON MONTESSORI II - STEM ACADEMY Weslaco 2.1 mi 5.4
BEATRIZ G GARZA MIDDLE Weslaco 2.1 mi 6.6
JULIAN S ADAME Donna 2.5 mi 5.6
M RIVAS PRI DISCOVERY ACADEMY Donna 2.3 mi 4.7
J W CACERES DISCOVERY INT ACADEMY Donna 2.4 mi 6.7
SAN MARTIN DE PORRES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Weslaco 2.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78537 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,331

Median Home Value

$74,700

Median Rent

$744/mo

Population

51,346

College Educated

10.3%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

41.4%

Median Age

25.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about T Price EL

What grades does T Price EL serve?

T Price EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend T Price EL?

T Price EL has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at T Price EL?

The student-teacher ratio at T Price EL is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does T Price EL rank in TX?

T Price EL ranks #4,535 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is T Price EL's MySchoolScout rating?

T Price EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 T Price EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, T Price EL has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is T Price EL a charter school?

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

Is T Price EL a Title I school?

No, T Price EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

96.0% of students at T Price 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
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hidalgo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

District

DONNA ISD
District Enrollment
13,131
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,197
District Rank
#8 of 19

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