Serving 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Abbett 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abbett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Abbett Elementary School's student population of 677 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Abbett 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 Abbett Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#2937 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
25%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abbett Elementary School's ranking?
Abbett Elementary School is ranked #2937 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Abbett Elementary School often compared to?
Abbett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ethridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Abbett Elementary School?
677 students attend Abbett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Abbett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abbett Elementary School?
Abbett Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Abbett Elementary School offer ?
Abbett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Abbett Elementary School part of?
Abbett Elementary School is part of Garland ISD School District.
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