Below Average
#7501 of 8,552 schools in TX
West Orange-stark EL
Elementary School · WEST ORANGE-COVE CISD
P O BOX 1107, Orange, TX 77631
Enrollment
1,103
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
1,103
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,501 of 8,552
In Orange
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
WEST ORANGE-COVE CISD
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West Orange-stark EL
Elementary School in Orange · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About West Orange-stark EL
West Orange-stark EL is a public elementary school in Orange, TX, part of WEST ORANGE-COVE CISD. West Orange-stark EL serves approximately 1,103 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. West Orange-stark EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,501 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for West Orange-stark EL show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at West Orange-stark EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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West Orange-stark EL — Students at West Orange-stark EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.5%
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: 5.2/10.
How West Orange-stark EL Compares
See how West Orange-stark 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 1107, Orange, TX 77631
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Orange-stark EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ORANGEFIELD EL (rated 6.8/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Orangefield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DEWEYVILLE EL (rated 6.7/10, 10.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orange | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| LITTLE CYPRESS INT Orange | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| LITTLE CYPRESS EL Orange | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orange | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| TEKOA ACADEMY OF ACCELERATED STUDIES - ORANGE Port Arthur | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| LITTLE CYPRESS J H Orange | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| WEST ORANGE-STARK H S Orange | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| WEST ORANGE-STARK MIDDLE Orange | 2.6 mi | 4.5 |
| M B NORTH E C LRN CTR Orange | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| LIT CYPR-MRCEVILLE H S Orange | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| BRIDGE CITY MIDDLE Bridge City | 5.9 mi | 4.5 |
| BRIDGE CITY H S Bridge City | 5.9 mi | 6.0 |
| ORANGEFIELD J H Orangefield | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ORANGEFIELD H S Orangefield | 5.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ORANGEFIELD EL Orangefield | 5.9 mi | 6.8 |
| BRIDGE CITY EL Bridge City | 7.2 mi | 4.7 |
| BRIDGE CITY INT Bridge City | 7.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MAURICEVILLE MIDDLE Orange | 8.1 mi | 5.4 |
| MAURICEVILLE EL Orange | 8.1 mi | 4.7 |
| DEWEYVILLE EL Orange | 10.5 mi | 6.7 |
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| FIEST EL Houston, TX | 4.1 |
| GOOD EL Irving, TX | 4.1 |
| HERITAGE ROSE EL Rosharon, TX | 4.1 |
| IDEA BROWNSVILLE ACADEMY Brownsville, TX | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Orange-stark EL
What grades does West Orange-stark EL serve?
West Orange-stark EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend West Orange-stark EL?
West Orange-stark EL has an enrollment of approximately 1,103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Orange-stark EL?
The student-teacher ratio at West Orange-stark EL is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Orange-stark EL rank in TX?
West Orange-stark EL ranks #7,501 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is West Orange-stark EL's MySchoolScout rating?
West Orange-stark EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 West Orange-stark EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Orange-stark EL has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is West Orange-stark EL a charter school?
No, West Orange-stark EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Orange-stark EL a Title I school?
No, West Orange-stark EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Orange-stark EL?
94.5% of students at West Orange-stark 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,103
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (409) 882-5630
Resources & Links
District
WEST ORANGE-COVE CISD- District Enrollment
- 2,573
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,074
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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