Serving 612 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jp Dabbs 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 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jp Dabbs Elementary School's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Dabbs Elementary is to provide a safe, secure and caring learning environment in which all students grow academically, socially and emotionally to prepare them to reach their highest potential.
School Rankings
Jp Dabbs 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 Jp Dabbs Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2789 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
60%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
34%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jp Dabbs Elementary School's ranking?
Jp Dabbs Elementary School is ranked #2789 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jp Dabbs Elementary School often compared to?
Jp Dabbs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Jacinto Elementary School, Fairmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jp Dabbs Elementary School?
612 students attend Jp Dabbs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Jp Dabbs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jp Dabbs Elementary School?
Jp Dabbs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jp Dabbs Elementary School offer ?
Jp Dabbs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jp Dabbs Elementary School part of?
Jp Dabbs Elementary School is part of Deer Park Independent School District.
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