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#4270 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 50% in state
Villareal EL
Elementary School · LOS FRESNOS CISD
P O BOX 309, Los Fresnos, TX 78566
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,270 of 8,552
In Los Fresnos
#9 of 14
public schools
In district
#9 of 14
LOS FRESNOS CISD
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Villareal EL
Elementary School in Los Fresnos · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Villareal EL
Villareal EL is a public elementary school in Los Fresnos, TX, part of LOS FRESNOS CISD. Villareal EL serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Villareal EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,270 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Villareal EL show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Villareal EL — Students at Villareal EL score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
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: 5.6/10.
How Villareal EL Compares
See how Villareal 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
P O BOX 309, Los Fresnos, TX 78566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Villareal EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PROMESA COLLEGE PREP BROWNSVILLE (rated 8.8/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Brownsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is BENAVIDES EL (rated 8.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Brownsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OLMITO EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Fresnos, see our Los Fresnos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OLMITO EL Los Fresnos | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| DORA ROMERO EL Los Fresnos | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| IDEA SPORTS PARK COLLEGE PREPARATORY Brownsville | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| IDEA SPORTS PARK ACADEMY Brownsville | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH TEXAS ISD MEDICAL PROFESSIONS Olmito | 2.3 mi | 9.1 |
| RANCHO VERDE EL Los Fresnos | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| RESACA MIDDLE Los Fresnos | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| STILLMAN MIDDLE Brownsville | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| YTURRIA EL Brownsville | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
| JUBILEE BROWNSVILLE San Antonio | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| PULLAM EL Brownsville | 3.8 mi | 8.1 |
| LOS FRESNOS EL Los Fresnos | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| LOS CUATES MIDDLE Los Fresnos | 4.2 mi | 7.1 |
| PROMESA COLLEGE PREP BROWNSVILLE Brownsville | 4.1 mi | 8.8 |
| BURNS EL Brownsville | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
| BENAVIDES EL Brownsville | 4.6 mi | 8.3 |
| VELA MIDDLE Brownsville | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
| MANZANO MIDDLE Brownsville | 4.7 mi | 7.6 |
| KELLER EL Brownsville | 4.9 mi | 6.6 |
| VETERANS MEMORIAL EARLY COLLEGE H S Brownsville | 4.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,385
Median Home Value
$138,100
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
24,927
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.4%
Median Age
34.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Villareal EL
What grades does Villareal EL serve?
Villareal EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Villareal EL?
Villareal EL has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Villareal EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Villareal EL is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Villareal EL rank in TX?
Villareal EL ranks #4,270 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Villareal EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Villareal EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Villareal EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Villareal EL has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Villareal EL a charter school?
No, Villareal EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Villareal EL a Title I school?
No, Villareal EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Villareal EL?
76.7% of students at Villareal 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
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Cameron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.4%
- Phone
- (956) 233-3975
Resources & Links
District
LOS FRESNOS CISD- District Enrollment
- 10,546
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,356
- District Rank
- #9 of 14
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