Serving 1,020 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, White Rock Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,020 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Rock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
White Rock Elementary School's student population of 1,020 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
1,020 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
White Rock Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Rock Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#205 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
64%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Rock Elementary School's ranking?
White Rock Elementary School is ranked #205 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend White Rock Elementary School?
1,020 students attend White Rock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of White Rock Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of White Rock Elementary School?
White Rock Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does White Rock Elementary School offer ?
White Rock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is White Rock Elementary School part of?
White Rock Elementary School is part of Richardson ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is White Rock Elementary School located?
White Rock Elementary School is located in the Lake Highlands neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Lake Highlands.
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