Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rowlett Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 46% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rowlett Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 93.3 square miles in Rowlett, TX. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rowlett Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rowlett 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 Rowlett Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#4442 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
56%
54%
Black
16%
13%
White
20%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Red
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rowlett Elementary School's ranking?
Rowlett Elementary School is ranked #4442 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rowlett Elementary School?
486 students attend Rowlett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Rowlett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rowlett Elementary School?
Rowlett Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rowlett Elementary School offer ?
Rowlett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rowlett Elementary School part of?
Rowlett Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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