DERRY EL

DERRY EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the POINT ISABEL ISD school district, located in PORT ISABEL, TX with about 638 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 35 teachers, DERRY EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

DERRY ELementary School is located in Port Isabel, Texas, and serves as a primary educational institution within the Point Isabel Independent School District. Situated near the Gulf Coast, the school plays a vital role in the local community, catering to students in the early stages of their academic journey. The school is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and social development, preparing its young student body for middle school and beyond.

As part of the Point Isabel ISD, DERRY ELementary reflects the unique cultural and geographic identity of the Laguna Madre area. The school focuses on meeting the diverse needs of its students, often implementing bilingual programming and community-oriented initiatives to ensure inclusive educational opportunities. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with a commitment to student well-being, DERRY ELementary serves as a central hub for academic growth and community engagement in Port Isabel.

For more information, contact DERRY EL at (956) 943-0070 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.