B+
Above Average
82/100

Sam Houston El

📚 Pre-K – 04 🏫 Elementary
📍 500 N BEDDOES, La Feria, TX 78559
82
Repit Score
out of 100
442
Students
enrolled
15.7:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$15K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $15,216 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 500 N BEDDOES
City La Feria
ZIP Code 78559
District 4826040
NCES School ID 482604002930
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 78559

Understanding the community around Sam Houston El helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $42,861
Per Capita Income $21,237
Poverty Rate 23.7%
Households Earning $100K+ 23.2%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 15.0%
High School or Higher 72.8%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $94,300
Median Rent $886
Owner-Occupied 73.1%
Renter-Occupied 26.9%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Sam Houston El.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic/Latino 96.6%
White 2.9%
Two or More Races 0.2%
American Indian 0.2%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 442
Teachers (FTE) 28.2
Student:Teacher Ratio 15.7:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Sam Houston El?
Sam Houston El has a Repit School Score of 82 out of 100, earning a grade of B+. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Sam Houston El?
Sam Houston El has 442 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.7:1.
What grades does Sam Houston El serve?
Sam Houston El serves grades Pre-K – 04 and is classified as a Elementary. This is a public school.
How much funding does Sam Houston El receive per student?
Sam Houston El receives $15,216 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Sam Houston El in 78559
Avg Home Value
$184,236
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,035
1-Year Change
+5.6%
% Renters
26.9%

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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026