DEL CASTILLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DEL CASTILLO EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BROWNSVILLE ISD school district, located in BROWNSVILLE, TX with about 351 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, DEL CASTILLO EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

DEL CASTILLO ELementary School is a public school located in Brownsville, Texas, serving as part of the Brownsville Independent School District (BISD). Situated on Morningside Road, the school focuses on providing foundational education to students in the local community. As a part of the BISD network, the school operates under the district's mission to offer rigorous academic programs, promote student achievement, and prepare children for future success through a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

The school is deeply integrated into the Brownsville community, emphasizing core curriculum standards while fostering a culture of school pride and student engagement. Families associated with the school can utilize the official district website (http://www.bisd.us/delcastillo/) to access important information, such as academic calendars, school policies, staff contacts, and resources for parental involvement. By maintaining strong ties with the district’s central administration, DEL CASTILLO ELementary strives to implement modern teaching strategies and character-building initiatives to meet the diverse needs of its student body.

For more information, contact DEL CASTILLO EL at (956) 982-2600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.