Below Average
#6495 of 8,552 schools in TX
Zavala EL
Elementary School · CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
3125 RUTH ST, Corpus Christi, TX 78405
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,495 of 8,552
In Corpus Christi
#63 of 83
public schools
In district
#37 of 52
CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
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Zavala EL
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About Zavala EL
Zavala EL is a public elementary school in Corpus Christi, TX, part of CORPUS CHRISTI ISD. Zavala EL serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Zavala EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,495 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Zavala EL show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Zavala 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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Zavala EL — Students at Zavala EL score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.4%
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: 5.7/10.
How Zavala EL Compares
See how Zavala EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3125 RUTH ST, Corpus Christi, TX 78405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zavala EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MENGER EL (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corpus Christi, see our Corpus Christi schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PROMESA COLLEGE PREP WEST CORPUS CHRISTI Corpus Christi | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| HAROLD T BRANCH ACADEMY FOR CAREER & TECHNICAL ED Corpus Christi | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| DRISCOLL MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| ROY MILLER H S AND METRO SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| SHAW SES Corpus Christi | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| ALLEN EL Corpus Christi | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| OAK PARK SPECIAL EMPHASIS SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| MARTIN MIDDLE Corpus Christi | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| TRAVIS EL Corpus Christi | 1.6 mi | 2.8 |
| DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| WYNN SEALE METROPOLITAN SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| COLLEGIATE H S Corpus Christi | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Corpus Christi | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER Corpus Christi | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| KENNEDY EL Corpus Christi | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| COLES H S AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Corpus Christi | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| MENGER EL Corpus Christi | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| GARCIA EL Corpus Christi | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| HOUSTON EL Corpus Christi | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,188
Median Home Value
$75,300
Median Rent
$1,030/mo
Population
14,442
College Educated
4.2%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
35.8%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATKINSON EL Houston, TX | 4.9 |
| BEACON HILL ACADEMY San Antonio, TX | 4.9 |
| BRUCE EL Houston, TX | 4.9 |
| CALDWELL EL Garland, TX | 4.9 |
| CANTON EL Canton, TX | 4.9 |
| COUNTY LINE EL New Braunfels, TX | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Zavala EL
What grades does Zavala EL serve?
Zavala EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Zavala EL?
Zavala EL has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zavala EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Zavala EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Zavala EL rank in TX?
Zavala EL ranks #6,495 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Zavala EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Zavala EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Zavala EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Zavala EL has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Zavala EL a charter school?
No, Zavala EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Zavala EL a Title I school?
No, Zavala EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Zavala EL?
98.4% of students at Zavala 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
- 440
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Nueces County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.5%
- Phone
- (361) 878-2720
Resources & Links
District
CORPUS CHRISTI ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,053
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,836
- District Rank
- #37 of 52
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