Serving 525 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dunaway Elementary School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to 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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunaway Elementary serves the southwest portion of Waxahachie, TX, covering an area of approximately 74.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 9 miles, reaching up to 13.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunaway Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dunaway Elementary School's student population of 525 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
525 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Dunaway 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 Dunaway Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#3540 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
68%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
26%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunaway Elementary School's ranking?
Dunaway Elementary School is ranked #3540 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dunaway Elementary School?
525 students attend Dunaway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Dunaway Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunaway Elementary School?
Dunaway Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dunaway Elementary School offer ?
Dunaway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dunaway Elementary School part of?
Dunaway Elementary School is part of Waxahachie Independent School District.
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