Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Herfurth Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: HERFURTH EL's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Rowlett, TX, encompassing approximately 93.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herfurth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Herfurth Elementary School's student population of 590 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
590 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Motto
To create an innovative community built from self-motivated, global learners.
School Rankings
Herfurth Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herfurth Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1676 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and gray
School Mascot
Bronco
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herfurth Elementary School's ranking?
Herfurth Elementary School is ranked #1676 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Herfurth Elementary School often compared to?
Herfurth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luna Elementary School, Nita Pearson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Herfurth Elementary School?
590 students attend Herfurth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Herfurth Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herfurth Elementary School?
Herfurth Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herfurth Elementary School offer ?
Herfurth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Herfurth Elementary School part of?
Herfurth Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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