Dirks-anderson School serves 137 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 55-59% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70-74% (which was lower than the Texas state average of 78%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)55-59%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
35%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% TX state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 78% TX state average).
How many students attend Dirks-anderson School?
137 students attend Dirks-anderson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Dirks-anderson School students are Hispanic, and 35% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dirks-anderson School?
Dirks-anderson School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dirks-anderson School offer ?
Dirks-anderson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Dirks-anderson School part of?
Dirks-anderson School is part of FT Davis Independent School District.
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