Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Price Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Price Elementary serves the northern part of Garland, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Price Elementary School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Price Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Price 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
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
38%
13%
White
5%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
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 Price Elementary School's ranking?
Price Elementary School is ranked #5247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Price Elementary School?
299 students attend Price Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Price Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Price Elementary School?
Price Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Price Elementary School offer ?
Price Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Price Elementary School part of?
Price Elementary School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
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