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#6593 of 8,547 schools in TX
T Price EL
Elementary School · DONNA ISD
116 N 10TH ST, Donna, TX 78537
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Donna
#4 of 21
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#3,302 of 4,678
In district
#3 of 19
DONNA ISD
About T Price EL
T PRICE EL is an elementary school located in Donna, Texas, within Hidalgo County. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and has a total enrollment of 425 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1. T PRICE EL offers regular public education and is staffed by 26 full-time equivalent teachers.
The academic performance at T PRICE EL shows room for improvement, with the school ranked #8072 out of 8598 schools in Texas, placing it in the 6th percentile. The MySchoolScout rating reflects this, coming in at 2.6 out of 10, and the academic score is 1.8 out of 10. In terms of proficiency rates, 24% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts/Reading, while 23% are proficient or above in Math.
T PRICE EL is situated in a large suburban area, providing a community setting that supports its educational efforts and student development.
Score Breakdown
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T Price EL — Students at T Price EL score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 5.2/10.
How T Price EL Compares
See how T Price EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 34% (2019) to 12% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 27% (2019) to 22% (2021).
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. J W CACERES DISCOVERY INT ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HORIZON MONTESSORI II - STEM ACADEMY (rated 5.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Weslaco), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LE NOIR EL (rated 4.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable 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 | 4.6 |
| W A TODD MIDDLE Donna | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| GUZMAN EL Donna | 0.8 mi | 2.4 |
| C STAINKE EL Donna | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| A M OCHOA EL Donna | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| LE NOIR EL Donna | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| A P SOLIS MIDDLE Donna | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| MID VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weslaco | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| CLECKLER/HEALD EL Weslaco | 1.9 mi | 2.5 |
| WESLACO H S Weslaco | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| VETERANS MIDDLE Donna | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| IDEA COLLEGE PREP Donna | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| IDEA ACADEMY Donna | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ELOY GARZA SALAZAR EL Donna | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI II - STEM ACADEMY Weslaco | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| BEATRIZ G GARZA MIDDLE Weslaco | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| JULIAN S ADAME Donna | 2.5 mi | 2.9 |
| M RIVAS PRI DISCOVERY ACADEMY Donna | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding T Price EL has a median household income of $36,331. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $74,700, with a median rent of $744/month. The area has a poverty rate of 41.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| BARRINGTON PLACE EL Sugar Land, TX | 5.0 |
| BEN BOLT-PALITO BLANCO EL Alice, TX | 5.0 |
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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 is ranked #6593 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is T Price EL's MySchoolScout rating?
T Price EL has a composite rating of 5.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at T Price EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, T Price EL has 23.0% math proficiency and 24.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (6,078/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Donna). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (956) 464-1303
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
DONNA ISD- District Enrollment
- 13,131
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,197
- District Rank
- #3 of 19
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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