Serving 691 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gilbert Cuellar Sr 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 38% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School's student population of 691 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#3734 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)38%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
86%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School's ranking?
Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School is ranked #3734 out of 8,188 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?
38% 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 Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School?
691 students attend Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School?
Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School offer ?
Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School part of?
Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School located?
Gilbert Cuellar Sr Elementary School is located in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Pleasant Grove.
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