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#705 of 883 private schools in TX
The Discovery School
Elementary School
1711 W ALBERTA RD, Edinburg, TX 78539
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#705 of 883
In Edinburg
#3 of 3
public schools
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The Discovery School
Elementary School in Edinburg · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Discovery School
The Discovery School is a private elementary school in Edinburg, TX. The Discovery School serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Discovery School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #705 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 76 students, The Discovery School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9:1 students to teachers, The Discovery School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Discovery School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Discovery School compares to 45 public schools serving similar grades in Edinburg, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Discovery School (this school) | 5.2 |
| ALFONSO RAMIREZ EL | 7.3 |
| CANTERBURY EL | 8.2 |
| FREDDY GONZALEZ EL | 7.5 |
| ESCANDON EL | 7.4 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE | 7.5 |
| DE LA VINA EL | 6.9 |
| VANGUARD BEETHOVEN | 6.3 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 9.4 |
| LEE EL | 6.4 |
| TREVINO EL | 7.8 |
| JEFFERSON ELEM | 8.6 |
| FRANCISCO BARRIENTES MIDDLE | 6.9 |
| CAVAZOS EL | 7.8 |
| TRAVIS EL | 6.2 |
| MACARIA DELA GARZA GORENA EL | 7.0 |
| CANO-GONZALEZ EL | 6.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD | 3.8 |
| L B JOHNSON EL | 7.1 |
| AUSTIN EL | 8.2 |
| LINCOLN EL | 7.3 |
Showing 20 of 45 schools. View all schools in Edinburg
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in TX.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in TX
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1711 W ALBERTA RD, Edinburg, TX 78539
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Discovery School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GONZALEZ EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Mcallen), which scores notably higher. Another option is RAYBURN EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Mcallen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR PABLO PEREZ (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mcallen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edinburg, see our Edinburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALFONSO RAMIREZ EL Edinburg | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOLS - EDINBURG CAREER & TECHNICAL Lewisville | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| KIDS VILLAGE MONTESSORI LRNNG Mcallen | 1.0 mi | — |
| GONZALEZ EL Mcallen | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| CANTERBURY EL Edinburg | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| FREDDY GONZALEZ EL Edinburg | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| IDEA OWASSA ACADEMY Pharr | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| IDEA OWASSA COLLEGE PREPARATORY Pharr | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Edinburg | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ALLEN & WILLIAM ARNOLD EL Pharr | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ESCANDON EL Edinburg | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| RAYBURN EL Mcallen | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| PSJA NORTH EARLY COLLEGE H S Pharr | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ROBERT R VELA H S Edinburg | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| MORRIS MIDDLE Mcallen | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE Edinburg | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| DR PABLO PEREZ Mcallen | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| DE LA VINA EL Edinburg | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| DR WILLIAM LONG EL Pharr | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| KIDS LEARNING CENTER Edinburg | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78539 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,864
Median Home Value
$198,300
Median Rent
$1,034/mo
Population
38,162
College Educated
36.8%
Homeownership
55.2%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
34.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas, TX | 5.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Floresville, TX | 5.2 |
| SAN ISIDRO EL San Isidro, TX | 5.2 |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Del Rio, TX | 5.2 |
| PSJA SOTOMAYOR BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY Pharr, TX | 5.3 |
| AHB COMMUNITY SCHOOL Austin, TX | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Discovery School
What grades does The Discovery School serve?
The Discovery School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend The Discovery School?
The Discovery School has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Discovery School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Discovery School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Discovery School rank in TX?
The Discovery School ranks #705 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is The Discovery School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Discovery School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Discovery School a private school?
Yes, The Discovery School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Discovery School a religious school?
No, The Discovery School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 76
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Phone
- (956) 381-1117
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