Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Terrell 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Terrell Elementary serves the eastern part of Denison, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 32.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terrell Elementary School's student population of 432 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Terrell Texans
School Rankings
Terrell 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 Terrell Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#3022 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
27%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
43%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
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 Terrell Elementary School's ranking?
Terrell Elementary School is ranked #3022 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Terrell Elementary School often compared to?
Terrell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayes Elementary School, Hyde Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Terrell Elementary School?
432 students attend Terrell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Terrell Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terrell Elementary School?
Terrell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Terrell Elementary School offer ?
Terrell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Terrell Elementary School part of?
Terrell Elementary School is part of Denison Independent School District.
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