Serving 891 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 891 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DR Linda Henrie Elementary serves the southern part of Mesquite, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School's student population of 891 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
891 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence Happens Here
School Rankings
Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#5052 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
94%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
4%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School's ranking?
Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School is ranked #5052 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School?
891 students attend Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School?
Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School offer ?
Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School part of?
Dr Linda Henrie Elementary School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
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