Serving 513 students in grades 1-2, Marcy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 72%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Attendance Zone: MARCY EL serves the southern part of Big Spring, TX, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marcy Elementary School's student population of 513 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marcy Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)45-49%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)40-44%
72%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
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
71%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% TX state average).
How many students attend Marcy Elementary School?
513 students attend Marcy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Marcy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marcy Elementary School?
Marcy Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marcy Elementary School offer ?
Marcy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Marcy Elementary School part of?
Marcy Elementary School is part of Big Spring Independent School District.
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