CASTANEDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CASTANEDA EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BROWNSVILLE ISD school district, located in BROWNSVILLE, TX with about 631 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 38 teachers, CASTANEDA EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

CASTANEDA ELementary, located in Brownsville, Texas, is part of the Brownsville Independent School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that emphasizes both academic achievement and character development. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive, student-centered environment where educators work closely with families to ensure each child reaches their full potential through a rigorous curriculum and various extracurricular opportunities.

As a community-focused institution, CASTANEDA ELementary integrates modern educational practices with a commitment to the success of its students in a bilingual and culturally rich setting. The school provides a variety of resources and programs designed to promote literacy, STEM proficiency, and social-emotional growth. By maintaining a strong connection with the surrounding Brownsville neighborhood, CASTANEDA ELementary strives to prepare its students not only for the next steps in their academic journeys but also to become contributing, responsible members of their community.

For more information, contact CASTANEDA EL at (956) 548-8800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.