LONG EL

LONG EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HARLINGEN CISD school district, located in HARLINGEN, TX with about 653 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 39 teachers, LONG 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.

LONG ELementary School, located at 2601 N 7th Street in Harlingen, Texas, is a core institution within the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District (HCISD). As a public elementary school, it serves the local community by providing a foundational education focused on academic development, social-emotional growth, and student engagement. The school is part of a district known for its emphasis on innovation and preparing students for future success through a supportive and structured learning environment.

The school benefits from the resources and mission of the broader HCISD system, which prioritizes college and career readiness even at the primary level. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between faculty, parents, and students, LONG ELementary aims to create a nurturing space where children can build essential skills in literacy, mathematics, and science. Families interested in specific programs, current school events, or administrative updates can find comprehensive information through the official district website at [hcisd.org/long](http://www.hcisd.org/long).

For more information, contact LONG EL at (956) 427-3140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.