Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dyess 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 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dyess Elementary School's student population of 621 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Dyess 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 Dyess Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#2715 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
34%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
41%
24%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dyess Elementary School's ranking?
Dyess Elementary School is ranked #2715 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dyess Elementary School often compared to?
Dyess Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wylie West Elementary School, Premier H S Of Abilene by visitors of our site.
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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dyess Elementary School?
621 students attend Dyess Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Dyess Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dyess Elementary School?
Dyess Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dyess Elementary School offer ?
Dyess Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dyess Elementary School part of?
Dyess Elementary School is part of Abilene Independent School District.
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