Serving 534 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Calder Road Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Calder Road Elementary serves the west part of Dickinson, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calder Road Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
534 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Inclusive of all, Dickinson ISD will cultivate excellence, producing confident, collaborative, goal-driven learners who become empowered citizens in a global society.
School Rankings
Calder Road Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calder Road Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1961 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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 is Calder Road Elementary School's ranking?
Calder Road Elementary School is ranked #1961 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Calder Road Elementary School often compared to?
Calder Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay Colony Elementary School, Louis G Lobit Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Calder Road Elementary School?
534 students attend Calder Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Calder Road Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calder Road Elementary School?
Calder Road Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calder Road Elementary School offer ?
Calder Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Calder Road Elementary School part of?
Calder Road Elementary School is part of Dickinson Independent School District.
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