GONZALEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GONZALEZ ELEMENTARY is a public elementary school that is part of the MCALLEN ISD school district, located in MCALLEN, TX with about 888 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 50 teachers, GONZALEZ ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

GONZALEZ ELEMENTARY School is a public school located in McAllen, Texas, and is part of the McAllen Independent School District. Serving the local community at 201 E. Martin Ave., the school is dedicated to providing a supportive academic environment for elementary-aged students. It focuses on fostering a strong educational foundation by promoting student achievement, character development, and active community engagement, reflecting the district’s broader commitment to academic excellence and student success.

Beyond core academics, GONZALEZ ELEMENTARY emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that integrates technology and enrichment opportunities to prepare students for future learning. The school is known for its collaborative atmosphere, where teachers, staff, and parents work together to address the diverse needs of the student body. Through its website and community initiatives, the school maintains transparent communication and encourages family involvement to ensure every child has the resources and guidance necessary to thrive in their formative years.

For more information, contact GONZALEZ ELEMENTARY at (956) 971-4577 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

201 E MARTIN AVE
MCALLEN, TX 78504-2059
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GONZALEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in MCALLEN, TX with about 888 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
MCALLEN ISD
Total Students:
888
Teachers:
50.65
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I 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 888 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GONZALEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 78% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
78.2%
White
10.2%
Asian
9.7%
Black or African American
1.0%
Two or more races
0.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

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.