Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gentry 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 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gentry Elementary serves the southern part of Mesquite, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gentry Elementary School's student population of 607 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence Happens Here
School Rankings
Gentry 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 Gentry Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#4023 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
43%
54%
Black
47%
13%
White
5%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gentry Elementary School's ranking?
Gentry Elementary School is ranked #4023 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Gentry Elementary School?
607 students attend Gentry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gentry Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gentry Elementary School?
Gentry Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gentry Elementary School offer ?
Gentry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gentry Elementary School part of?
Gentry Elementary School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
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