Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Derry Elementary School ranks in the top 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 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DERRY EL's attendance zone covers the entire Port Isabel school district, encompassing approximately 306.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 8.2 miles, and the furthest edge located 23.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Derry Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
392 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower and inspire all students to reach their maximum potential
School Rankings
Derry Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Derry Elementary School is 0.18, 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
#3901 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
7%
Showing 2002–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tarpon Strong
School Mascot
Tarpon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Derry Elementary School's ranking?
Derry Elementary School is ranked #3901 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Derry Elementary School?
392 students attend Derry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Derry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Derry Elementary School?
Derry Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Derry Elementary School offer ?
Derry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Derry Elementary School part of?
Derry Elementary School is part of Point Isabel Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I was a student more than 20 years ago at the best of the best schools derry elementary the teacher the staff everything thank you ms. Salgado ms bonner ms. Lopez ms. thobe ms Ochoa thank you so much then you always be in my heart.
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