RUNN EL

RUNN EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DONNA ISD school district, located in DONNA, TX with about 311 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 19 teachers, RUNN 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.

RUNN ELementary School, located at 1701 E Highway 281 in Donna, Texas, is a public school serving students as part of the Donna Independent School District (DISD). The school is dedicated to providing a supportive academic environment that focuses on the foundational development of its elementary-age students. By aligning with the broader district’s mission, RUNN ELementary emphasizes high-quality instruction, student engagement, and a commitment to preparing children for future academic success through a structured and nurturing curriculum.

The school serves as a central hub for the local Donna community, reflecting the district's goal of fostering educational equity and excellence within the Rio Grande Valley. In addition to core academic subjects, the school typically integrates resources to support student social-emotional growth and college and career readiness. Parents and community members can access ongoing updates regarding school programs, events, and academic calendars through the Donna ISD official website at http://www.donnaisd.net.

For more information, contact RUNN EL at (956) 464-1864 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1701 E HWY 281
DONNA, TX 78537
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RUNN EL is a public Title I school in DONNA, TX with about 311 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
DONNA ISD
Total Students:
311
Teachers:
19.13
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 311 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending RUNN EL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 100% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
100.0%

Female
47.6%
Male
52.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.