Serving 797 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr William Long 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 41% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr William Long Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dr William Long Elementary School's student population of 797 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
797 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Dr William Long Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr William Long Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#4033 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr William Long Elementary School's ranking?
Dr William Long Elementary School is ranked #4033 out of 8,188 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr William Long Elementary School?
797 students attend Dr William Long Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dr William Long Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr William Long Elementary School?
Dr William Long Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr William Long Elementary School offer ?
Dr William Long Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dr William Long Elementary School part of?
Dr William Long Elementary School is part of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District.
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