Serving 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dorris A Jones Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dorris A Jones Elementary serves the northeast part of Rockwall, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most residents living about 1.4 miles from the school and the furthest edge being 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorris A Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dorris A Jones Elementary School's student population of 636 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
636 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dorris A Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorris A Jones Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2545 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Jacket
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dorris A Jones Elementary School's ranking?
Dorris A Jones Elementary School is ranked #2545 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dorris A Jones Elementary School?
636 students attend Dorris A Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Dorris A Jones Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorris A Jones Elementary School?
Dorris A Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dorris A Jones Elementary School offer ?
Dorris A Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Dorris A Jones Elementary School part of?
Dorris A Jones Elementary School is part of Rockwall Independent School District.
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