Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: DEAN AND MILDRED BENNETT EL serves the west part of Mckinney, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dean And Mildred Bennett 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
Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School's student population of 425 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We invest in our future by providing a safe environment to engage, educate, and empower, every student, every day!
School Rankings
Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#972 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School's ranking?
Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School is ranked #972 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School?
425 students attend Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School?
Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School offer ?
Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School part of?
Dean And Mildred Bennett Elementary School is part of Mckinney Independent School District.
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