Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nita Pearson 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 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nita Pearson Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rowlett, TX, covering approximately 93.3 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive time of 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.4 miles from the school to its edges and a maximum distance of 10.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nita Pearson Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
455 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nita Pearson 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 Nita Pearson Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#3822 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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 Nita Pearson Elementary School's ranking?
Nita Pearson Elementary School is ranked #3822 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Nita Pearson Elementary School often compared to?
Nita Pearson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luna Elementary School, Herfurth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Nita Pearson Elementary School?
455 students attend Nita Pearson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Nita Pearson Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nita Pearson Elementary School?
Nita Pearson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nita Pearson Elementary School offer ?
Nita Pearson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Nita Pearson Elementary School part of?
Nita Pearson Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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