ESCANDON EL

ESCANDON EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MCALLEN ISD school district, located in MCALLEN, TX with about 407 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 34 teachers, ESCANDON EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

ESCANDON ELementary School, located at 2901 Colbath Ave in McAllen, Texas, is a public school serving the McAllen Independent School District. The school is known for its commitment to providing a supportive and structured academic environment for students in the local community. It serves a diverse student population and places a strong emphasis on foundational learning, fostering both intellectual growth and social-emotional development within a neighborhood-focused setting.

The school is recognized for its efforts to integrate technology and modern teaching practices into the classroom to better prepare students for higher grade levels. As part of the McAllen ISD, ESCANDON ELementary benefits from district-wide initiatives aimed at bilingual education and student engagement. With its long-standing presence in the area, the school serves as a central hub for families, maintaining a focus on building a strong community partnership between parents, educators, and students.

For more information, contact ESCANDON EL at (956) 971-4511 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.