Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Calallen East Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calallen East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Calallen East Elementary School's student population of 467 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Calallen East Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calallen East Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3786 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calallen East Elementary School's ranking?
Calallen East Elementary School is ranked #3786 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Calallen East Elementary School often compared to?
Calallen East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bishop Primary, Calallen Wood River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Calallen East Elementary School?
467 students attend Calallen East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Calallen East Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calallen East Elementary School?
Calallen East Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calallen East Elementary School offer ?
Calallen East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Calallen East Elementary School part of?
Calallen East Elementary School is part of Calallen Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Calallen East Elementary School located?
Calallen East Elementary School is located in the Calallen neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Calallen.
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