Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morningside Elementary serves the southeast part of Brownsville, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School's student population of 526 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4171 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School's ranking?
Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School is ranked #4171 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School?
526 students attend Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School?
Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School offer ?
Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School part of?
Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School is part of Brownsville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School located?
Del Castillo - Morningside Elementary School is located in the Southmost neighborhood of Brownsville, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Southmost.
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