Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 78% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Polser Elementary serves the eastern part of Carrollton, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School's student population of 506 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
506 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#1109 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
33%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-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 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School's ranking?
Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School is ranked #1109 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School often compared to?
Stem Academy At Polser Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coyote Ridge Elementary School, Homestead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School?
506 students attend Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School?
Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School offer ?
Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School part of?
Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School is part of Lewisville Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School located?
Stem Academy At Polser Elementary School is located in the North Central neighborhood of Carrollton, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in North Central.
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