Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Celia Hays Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Celia Hays Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Celia Hays Elementary School's student population of 585 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
585 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Celia Hays Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Celia Hays Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#459 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)76%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
17%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
60%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
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 Celia Hays Elementary School's ranking?
Celia Hays Elementary School is ranked #459 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Celia Hays Elementary School often compared to?
Celia Hays Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nebbie Williams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Celia Hays Elementary School?
585 students attend Celia Hays Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Celia Hays Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Celia Hays Elementary School?
Celia Hays Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Celia Hays Elementary School offer ?
Celia Hays Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Celia Hays Elementary School part of?
Celia Hays Elementary School is part of Rockwall Independent School District.
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