Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Homestead Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher 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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Homestead Elementary serves the east part of Carrollton, TX, covering an attendance zone of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Homestead Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Homestead Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Homestead Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Homestead 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
#679 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homestead Elementary School's ranking?
Homestead Elementary School is ranked #679 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Homestead Elementary School often compared to?
Homestead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School, Castle Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Homestead Elementary School?
470 students attend Homestead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Homestead Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Homestead Elementary School?
Homestead Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Homestead Elementary School offer ?
Homestead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Homestead Elementary School part of?
Homestead Elementary School is part of Lewisville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Homestead Elementary School located?
Homestead Elementary School is located in the North Central neighborhood of Carrollton, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in North Central.
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