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#5784 of 8,552 schools in TX
Yeager EL
Elementary School · CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
5414 TRIPOLI DR, Corpus Christi, TX 78411
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,784 of 8,552
In Corpus Christi
#53 of 83
public schools
In district
#31 of 52
CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
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About Yeager EL
Yeager EL is a public elementary school in Corpus Christi, TX, part of CORPUS CHRISTI ISD. Yeager EL serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeager EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,784 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Yeager EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Yeager 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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Yeager EL — Students at Yeager EL score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.9%
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 Yeager EL Compares
See how Yeager EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5414 TRIPOLI DR, Corpus Christi, TX 78411
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeager EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KOSTORYZ EL (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DAWSON EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corpus Christi, see our Corpus Christi schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCHANEN ESTATES EL Corpus Christi | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| BROWNE MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| POR VIDA ACADEMY CORPUS CHRISTI San Antonio | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| KOSTORYZ EL Corpus Christi | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| SOLID ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Corpus Christi | 1.0 mi | — |
| HICKS EL Corpus Christi | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SANDERS EL Corpus Christi | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| PREMIER H S - CORPUS CHRISTI Lewisville | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| SS. CYRIL & METHODIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL Corpus Christi | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| ANNAPOLIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Corpus Christi | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| HAMLIN MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| MARY HELEN BERLANGA EL Corpus Christi | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| KING H S Corpus Christi | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| DAWSON EL Corpus Christi | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| CUNNINGHAM MIDDLE AT SOUTH PARK Corpus Christi | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| CALK-WILSON EL Corpus Christi | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| SST CORPUS CHRISTI San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| CARROLL H S Corpus Christi | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78411 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,387
Median Home Value
$178,800
Median Rent
$1,199/mo
Population
24,061
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
39.7
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| BILL J ELLIOTT EL Fort Worth, TX | 5.4 |
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| BOWIE INT Bowie, TX | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeager EL
What grades does Yeager EL serve?
Yeager EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Yeager EL?
Yeager EL has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeager EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeager EL is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yeager EL rank in TX?
Yeager EL ranks #5,784 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Yeager EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeager EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Yeager EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yeager EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yeager EL a charter school?
No, Yeager EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yeager EL a Title I school?
No, Yeager EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yeager EL?
86.9% of students at Yeager 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
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Nueces County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (361) 878-2920
Resources & Links
District
CORPUS CHRISTI ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,053
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,836
- District Rank
- #31 of 52
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