Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Louise Cabaniss Academy 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Louise Cabaniss Elementary serves the northeast area of Grand Prairie, TX, covering approximately 4.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Louise Cabaniss Academy's student population of 445 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
445 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
One Team…One Dream!
School Rankings
Louise Cabaniss Academy 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 Louise Cabaniss Academy is 0.69, 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
#3250 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange, White & Navy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louise Cabaniss Academy's ranking?
Louise Cabaniss Academy is ranked #3250 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Louise Cabaniss Academy?
445 students attend Louise Cabaniss Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Louise Cabaniss Academy students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Louise Cabaniss Academy?
Louise Cabaniss Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Louise Cabaniss Academy offer ?
Louise Cabaniss Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Louise Cabaniss Academy part of?
Louise Cabaniss Academy is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
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