Leal Elementary

Summary:

Leal Elementary is a public elementary school in Mission, Texas, serving 463 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Mission Consolidated Independent School District, which has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Leal Elementary has a very high Hispanic student population, ranging from 99.14% to 100% over the past three years, significantly higher than the state average. The school's academic performance has been mixed, with 3rd grade reading scores outperforming the district and state, but 5th grade reading and science scores underperforming. Leal Elementary has shown strong performance with Gifted and Talented students, ranking 136 out of 2,980 Texas elementary schools in 2022-2023. However, the school has a very high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 88.24% to 90.56%, which is significantly higher than the state average and nearby schools.

When compared to nearby schools in the Mission Consolidated Independent School District, such as Castro Elementary and Ollie O'Grady Elementary, Leal Elementary's performance is generally lower. Compared to schools in the neighboring La Joya Independent School District, such as Henry B. Gonzalez Elementary and Jose De Escandon Elementary, Leal Elementary's performance is mixed. The nearby charter schools, such as Idea Palmview Academy and Idea Academy Mission, have lower test scores and rankings compared to Leal Elementary, but they also serve a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 318 S Los Ebanos Rd
       Mission, TX  78572-6901


(956) 323-4600

District: Mission Consolidated Independent School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
1621st of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $10,707 Help


Students who attend Leal Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    White J H
High:    Mission Collegiate High School
    Mission High School

Student/teacher ratio:  16.4 Help
Number of students:  456

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
98.5%
White:
1.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  91.2% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Leal Elementary ranks better than 65.3% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks 3rd among 14 ranked elementary schools in the Mission Consolidated Independent School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 59.43. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (98.5%), White (1.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 91.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Leal Elementary is 16.4. 10 elementary schools in the Mission Consolidated Independent School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Leal Elementary is $10,707. 9 elementary schools in the Mission Consolidated Independent School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Leal Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Leal Elementary 1621st of 4675 Texas public elementary schools. (See Leal Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Mission Consolidated Independent School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Mission Consolidated Independent School District 527th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Leal Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Leal Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 50.71 1982nd 3465 42.8%
2005 56.55 1699th 3475 51.1%
2006 45.33 2269th 3476 34.7%
2007 38.41 2750th 3724 26.2%
2008 38.73 2734th 3768 27.4%
2009 60.61 1663rd 3884 57.2%
2010 49.37 2369th 3937 39.8%
2011 36.96 3092nd 4095 24.5%
2012 34.09 3213th 4206 23.6%
2013 41.05 2822nd 4221 33.1%
2014 53.67 2116th 4260 50.3%
2015 58.10 1903rd 4320 55.9%
2016 56.60 1972nd 4286 54.0%
2017 61.52 1407th 4329 67.5%
2018 75.69 816th 4359 81.3%
2019 63.14 1358th 4479 69.7%
2021 15.87 4155th 4578 9.2%
2022 41.81 2632nd 4581 42.5%
2023 43.52 2564th 4647 44.8%
2024 59.43 1621st 4675 65.3%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Leal Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.87 138th 3226 95.7%
2019 67.77 728th 3333 78.2%
2021 22.73 3072nd 3446 10.9%
2022 44.20 1996th 3487 42.8%
2023 40.69 2221st 3556 37.5%
2024 66.09 902nd 3638 75.2%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Leal Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 22.25 3334th 3684 9.5%
2021 34.72 2432nd 3799 36.0%
2022 25.06 3379th 3952 14.5%
2023 25.76 3428th 4086 16.1%
2024 73.05 676th 4261 84.1%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Leal Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 82.98 342nd 4264 92.0%
2019 76.74 513th 4309 88.1%
2021 21.30 3953rd 4451 11.2%
2022 55.60 1780th 4477 60.2%
2023 57.87 1658th 4521 63.3%
2024 77.45 558th 4560 87.8%
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Rank History for Female students at Leal Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 71.25 978th 4306 77.3%
2019 62.94 1336th 4348 69.3%
2021 18.31 3999th 4499 11.1%
2022 49.08 2212th 4561 51.5%
2023 46.19 2403rd 4588 47.6%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Leal Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 52.43 1870th 3106 39.8%
2019 51.07 1985th 3184 37.7%
2021 13.63 2766th 3006 8.0%
2022 49.59 1881st 2958 36.4%
2023 76.66 136th 2980 95.4%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Leal Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 84.36 298th 4240 93.0%
2019 70.17 788th 4295 81.7%
2021 26.58 3627th 4331 16.3%
2022 54.70 1778th 4461 60.1%
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Rank History for Male students at Leal Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 75.70 797th 4319 81.5%
2019 62.20 1363rd 4357 68.7%
2021 16.15 4118th 4498 8.4%
2022 36.02 2994th 4563 34.4%
2023 42.37 2605th 4585 43.2%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Leal Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 80.57 463rd 4168 88.9%
2019 69.04 915th 4188 78.2%
2021 20.10 3891st 4329 10.1%
2022 48.16 2211th 4376 49.5%
2023 50.05 2054th 4401 53.3%
2024 71.18 891st 4431 79.9%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Texas Education Agency

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Enrollment information for Leal Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 7 0 0 568 3 n/a n/a 0 578
1990 8 0 1 543 0 n/a n/a 0 552
1991 7 0 1 641 0 n/a n/a -47 602
1992 10 0 0 611 0 n/a n/a 0 621
1993 9 0 0 660 0 n/a n/a 0 669
1994 14 2 0 636 0 n/a n/a 0 652
1995 9 0 1 616 0 n/a n/a 0 626
1996 9 0 1 616 0 n/a n/a 0 626
1997 8 0 0 629 0 n/a n/a 0 637
1998 9 0 0 589 0 n/a n/a 0 598
1999 11 0 0 581 0 n/a n/a 0 592
2000 14 0 0 558 0 n/a n/a 0 572
2001 6 0 0 555 0 n/a n/a 0 561
2002 11 2 0 618 0 n/a n/a 0 631
2003 11 2 0 618 0 n/a n/a 0 631
2004 11 2 0 553 0 n/a n/a 0 566
2005 19 5 0 535 0 n/a n/a 0 559
2006 18 4 0 612 0 n/a n/a 0 634
2007 20 2 1 682 0 n/a n/a 0 705
2008 23 1 2 779 0 n/a n/a 0 805
2009 17 4 1 649 0 n/a n/a 0 671
2010 14 3 2 634 0 n/a n/a 0 653
2011 12 3 2 679 0 0 0 0 696
2012 13 1 1 661 0 0 0 0 676
2013 10 1 1 618 0 0 0 0 630
2014 9 0 1 587 0 0 0 0 597
2015 7 2 0 574 0 0 1 0 584
2016 5 2 0 610 0 0 1 0 618
2017 7 2 0 638 0 0 0 0 647
2018 3 2 0 575 0 0 0 0 580
2019 1 2 0 548 0 0 0 0 551
2020 0 0 0 593 0 0 0 0 593
2021 0 0 0 540 0 0 0 0 540
2022 2 0 0 456 0 0 1 0 459
2023 3 0 0 459 0 0 1 0 463
2024 7 0 0 449 0 0 0 0 456

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Leal Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 578 n/a n/a n/a
1990 552 35.0 15.7 n/a
1991 602 34.5 17.4 n/a
1992 621 35.2 17.6 88.9
1993 669 37.0 18.1 90.9
1994 652 37.8 17.2 87.4
1995 626 39.1 16.0 90.9
1996 626 39.1 16.0 90.9
1997 637 39.1 16.3 88.4
1998 598 39.7 15.1 87.1
1999 592 40.2 14.7 94.9
2000 572 40.1 14.3 6.3
2001 561 39.2 14.3 0.2
2002 631 43.1 14.6 0
2003 631 43.1 14.6 0
2004 566 37.0 15.3 0
2005 559 37.0 15.1 0
2006 634 36.5 17.4 0
2007 705 39.4 17.9 0
2008 805 42.9 18.8 0
2009 671 41.7 16.1 0
2010 653 37.9 17.2 0
2011 696 36.0 19.2 0
2012 676 34.3 19.6 0
2013 630 35.9 17.5 90.3
2014 597 35.0 17.0 89.6
2015 584 35.0 16.6 90.4
2016 618 37.0 16.7 90.3
2017 647 34.9 18.5 88.6
2018 580 36.0 16.1 86.7
2019 551 34.0 16.2 90.7
2020 593 33.5 17.6 84.7
2021 540 29.3 18.4 90.6
2022 459 28.4 16.1 88.2
2023 463 29.0 15.9 88.8
2024 456 27.7 16.4 91.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Leal Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 578 n/a n/a n/a
1990 552 35.0 15.7 n/a
1991 602 34.5 17.4 n/a
1992 621 35.2 17.6 88.9
1993 669 37.0 18.1 90.9
1994 652 37.8 17.2 87.4
1995 626 39.1 16.0 90.9
1996 626 39.1 16.0 90.9
1997 637 39.1 16.3 88.4
1998 598 39.7 15.1 87.1
1999 592 40.2 14.7 94.9
2000 572 40.1 14.3 6.3
2001 561 39.2 14.3 0.2
2002 631 43.1 14.6 0
2003 631 43.1 14.6 0
2004 566 37.0 15.3 0
2005 559 37.0 15.1 0
2006 634 36.5 17.4 0
2007 705 39.4 17.9 0
2008 805 42.9 18.8 0
2009 671 41.7 16.1 0
2010 653 37.9 17.2 0
2011 696 36.0 19.2 0
2012 676 34.3 19.6 0
2013 630 35.9 17.5 90.3
2014 597 35.0 17.0 89.6
2015 584 35.0 16.6 90.4
2016 618 37.0 16.7 90.3
2017 647 34.9 18.5 88.6
2018 580 36.0 16.1 86.7
2019 551 34.0 16.2 90.7
2020 593 33.5 17.6 84.7
2021 540 29.3 18.4 90.6
2022 459 28.4 16.1 88.2
2023 463 29.0 15.9 88.8
2024 456 27.7 16.4 91.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Leal Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $722 (7.7%) $8,675 (92.3%) $9,397
2020 $556 (6.2%) $8,477 (93.8%) $9,033
2021 $955 (8.9%) $9,753 (91.1%) $10,707

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Leal Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1358th of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 2564th of 4647 Elementary schools
 24.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Leal Elementary)2157
 36%
   3rd Grade Reading (Mission Consolidated Independent School District)4151
 10%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Leal Elementary)4950
 1%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Mission Consolidated Independent School District)4840
 8%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
3rd Grade Reading (Leal Elementary)5640
 16%
   3rd Grade Reading (Mission Consolidated Independent School District)3528
 7%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)3926
 13%
4th Grade Reading (Leal Elementary)5131
 20%
   4th Grade Reading (Mission Consolidated Independent School District)4940
 9%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Leal Elementary)5443
 11%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Mission Consolidated Independent School District)4943
 6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%
4th Grade Reading (Leal Elementary)180
 18%
   4th Grade Reading (Mission Consolidated Independent School District)2633
 7%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)2931
 2%
5th Grade Reading (Leal Elementary)4843
 5%
   5th Grade Reading (Mission Consolidated Independent School District)5252
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Leal Elementary)6245
 17%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Mission Consolidated Independent School District)5649
 7%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5650
 6%
5th Grade Science (Leal Elementary)6625
 41%
   5th Grade Science (Mission Consolidated Independent School District)5325
 28%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)4834
 14%
5th Grade Reading (Leal Elementary)6033
 27%
   5th Grade Reading (Mission Consolidated Independent School District)4331
 12%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5333
 20%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students551463
 16%
African American20
 100%
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic548459
 16.2%
Pacific Islander00
White13
 200%
Two or More Races01
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients90.7%88.8%
 2%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Leal Elementary

Students at Leal Elementary are 98% Hispanic, 2% White.

In the 2023-24 school year, 456 students attended Leal Elementary.

Leal Elementary ranks 1621st of 4675 Texas elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Leal Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : White J H
High : Mission Collegiate High School
High : Mission High School


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