Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, T G Terry 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: T G Terry Elementary serves the southwest part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
T G Terry Elementary School's student population of 352 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
T G Terry 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 T G Terry Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#5307 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
74%
54%
Black
25%
13%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is T G Terry Elementary School's ranking?
T G Terry Elementary School is ranked #5307 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend T G Terry Elementary School?
352 students attend T G Terry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of T G Terry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of T G Terry Elementary School?
T G Terry Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does T G Terry Elementary School offer ?
T G Terry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is T G Terry Elementary School part of?
T G Terry Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is T G Terry Elementary School located?
T G Terry Elementary School is located in the Wolf Creek neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 12 other public schools located in Wolf Creek.
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