Mary Lou Dodson Elementary School serves 626 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary Lou Dodson Elementary School's student population of 626 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
626 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mary Lou Dodson Elementary School is 0.71, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
41%
54%
Black
26%
13%
White
24%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mary Lou Dodson Elementary School?
626 students attend Mary Lou Dodson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mary Lou Dodson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Lou Dodson Elementary School?
Mary Lou Dodson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary Lou Dodson Elementary School offer ?
Mary Lou Dodson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mary Lou Dodson Elementary School part of?
Mary Lou Dodson Elementary School is part of Community Independent School District.
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