Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Moss Haven 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 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moss Haven Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Moss Haven Elementary School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moss Haven Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moss Haven Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#752 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
61%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moss Haven Elementary School's ranking?
Moss Haven Elementary School is ranked #752 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Moss Haven Elementary School often compared to?
Moss Haven Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyview Elementary School, White Rock Elementary School, Merriman Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Moss Haven Elementary School?
512 students attend Moss Haven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Moss Haven Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moss Haven Elementary School?
Moss Haven Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moss Haven Elementary School offer ?
Moss Haven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Moss Haven Elementary School part of?
Moss Haven Elementary School is part of Richardson ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Moss Haven Elementary School located?
Moss Haven Elementary School is located in the Lake Highlands neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Lake Highlands.
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