Excellent
#596 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 7% in state
Vanguard Van Gogh
Elementary School · VANGUARD ACADEMY
1407 W MOORE RD, Pharr, TX 78577
Enrollment
959
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
959
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#596 of 8,552
In Pharr
#3 of 36
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
VANGUARD ACADEMY
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Vanguard Van Gogh
Vanguard Van Gogh is a public elementary school in Pharr, TX, part of VANGUARD ACADEMY. Vanguard Van Gogh serves approximately 959 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Vanguard Van Gogh has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #596 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Vanguard Van Gogh show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Vanguard Van Gogh is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Vanguard Van Gogh — Students at Vanguard Van Gogh score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Vanguard Van Gogh Compares
See how Vanguard Van Gogh 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
1407 W MOORE RD, Pharr, TX 78577
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vanguard Van Gogh may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRACIELA GARCIA EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is AIDA C ESCOBAR EL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, HORIZON MONTESSORI - STEM ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Mcallen), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pharr, see our Pharr schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GERALDINE PALMER EL Pharr | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| KENNEDY MIDDLE Pharr | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| AIDA C ESCOBAR EL Pharr | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| VANGUARD PICASSO Edinburg | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| PSJA SOUTHWEST EARLY COLLEGE H S Pharr | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE Pharr | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| KELLY-PHARR EL Pharr | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| TRAVIS MIDDLE Mcallen | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| FIELDS EL Mcallen | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| BUELL CENTRAL DAEP Pharr | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| GRACIELA GARCIA EL Pharr | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE H S Pharr | 2.2 mi | 9.5 |
| THE PHARR ORATORY OF ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL SYSTEM Pharr | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| MEMORIAL H S Mcallen | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| PSJA EARLY COLLEGE H S San Juan | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| ELVIS J BALLEW H S Pharr | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| PSJA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS San Juan | 2.4 mi | — |
| VANGUARD REMBRANDT Pharr | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| PSJA EARLY START Pharr | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| HORIZON MONTESSORI - STEM ACADEMY Mcallen | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,768
Median Home Value
$111,500
Median Rent
$988/mo
Population
79,903
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
58.6%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
29.5
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| ANNE MCCORMICK SULLIVAN EL Sugar Land, TX | 8.6 |
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| BEVERLY CHEATHAM EL Allen, TX | 8.6 |
| BRENDA NORWOOD EL Mansfield, TX | 8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vanguard Van Gogh
What grades does Vanguard Van Gogh serve?
Vanguard Van Gogh serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Vanguard Van Gogh?
Vanguard Van Gogh has an enrollment of approximately 959 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vanguard Van Gogh?
The student-teacher ratio at Vanguard Van Gogh is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vanguard Van Gogh rank in TX?
Vanguard Van Gogh ranks #596 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Vanguard Van Gogh's MySchoolScout rating?
Vanguard Van Gogh has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Vanguard Van Gogh?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vanguard Van Gogh has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Vanguard Van Gogh a charter school?
Yes, Vanguard Van Gogh is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Vanguard Van Gogh a Title I school?
No, Vanguard Van Gogh is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vanguard Van Gogh?
90.2% of students at Vanguard Van Gogh 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 959
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.8%
- Phone
- (956) 403-5000
Resources & Links
District
VANGUARD ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 6,600
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,937
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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