Serving 710 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 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 77% 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: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abbett Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Garland, TX school district, encompassing approximately 93.3 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.7 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abbett Elementary School's student population of 710 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
710 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Rankings
Abbett 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 Abbett Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#2694 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
6%
Hispanic
40%
54%
Black
18%
13%
White
23%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Burgundy, and Silver
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 #2694 out of 8,096 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
710 students attend Abbett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Abbett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 Independent School District.
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