Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary covers approximately 10.5 square miles in the southern part of Rockwall, TX, typically within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.8 miles, with the furthest point being 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School's student population of 616 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
616 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
We will provide authentic and innovate learning experiences for every learner.
School Rankings
Dorothy Smith Pullen 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 Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#839 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
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)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Relationships. Innovation. Excellence.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School's ranking?
Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School is ranked #839 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School often compared to?
Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amy Parks-heath Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% 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 Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School?
616 students attend Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School?
Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School offer ?
Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School part of?
Dorothy Smith Pullen Elementary School is part of Rockwall Independent School District.
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