Very Good
#2901 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 34% in state
Acton EL
Elementary School · GRANBURY ISD
3200 ACTON RD, Granbury, TX 76049
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,901 of 8,552
In Granbury
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
GRANBURY ISD
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Acton EL
Elementary School in Granbury · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Acton EL
Acton EL is a public elementary school in Granbury, TX, part of GRANBURY ISD. Acton EL serves approximately 810 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Acton EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,901 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Acton EL show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Acton EL — Students at Acton EL score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Acton EL Compares
See how Acton EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3200 ACTON RD, Granbury, TX 76049
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Acton EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OAK WOODS SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MAMBRINO SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 4.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RB GODLEY EL (rated 6.7/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Godley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Granbury, see our Granbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACTON MIDDLE Granbury | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| LAKE GRANBURY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Granbury | 1.4 mi | — |
| OAK WOODS SCHOOL Granbury | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PREMIER H S OF GRANBURY Lewisville | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
| MAMBRINO SCHOOL Granbury | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| STARS ACCELERATED H S Granbury | 5.3 mi | 5.9 |
| NETTIE BACCUS EL Granbury | 5.7 mi | 5.6 |
| JOHN AND LYNN BRAWNER EL Granbury | 5.6 mi | 6.0 |
| EMMA ROBERSON EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Granbury | 5.8 mi | 4.5 |
| LAKE GRANBURY ACADEMY Minden | 5.8 mi | 5.1 |
| GRANBURY H S Granbury | 6.3 mi | 6.6 |
| GRANBURY MIDDLE Granbury | 6.4 mi | 4.6 |
| NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS ACADEMY Granbury | 10.2 mi | 8.8 |
| GODLEY H S Godley | 9.2 mi | 7.0 |
| GODLEY MIDDLE Godley | 9.3 mi | 7.8 |
| GODLEY JJAEP Godley | 10.1 mi | — |
| LEGACY EL Godley | 10.1 mi | 5.6 |
| RB GODLEY EL Godley | 10.3 mi | 6.7 |
| BRAZOS RIVER CHARTER SCHOOL Nemo | 12.9 mi | 5.5 |
| GLEN ROSE J H SCHOOL Glen Rose | 14.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76049 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,239
Median Home Value
$329,200
Median Rent
$1,545/mo
Population
30,911
College Educated
38.1%
Homeownership
87.9%
Avg Commute
35.5 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
50.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Acton EL
What grades does Acton EL serve?
Acton EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Acton EL?
Acton EL has an enrollment of approximately 810 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Acton EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Acton EL is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Acton EL rank in TX?
Acton EL ranks #2,901 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Acton EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Acton EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Acton EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Acton EL has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Acton EL a charter school?
No, Acton EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Acton EL a Title I school?
No, Acton EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Acton EL?
43.3% of students at Acton EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 810
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Hood County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (817) 408-4200
Resources & Links
District
GRANBURY ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,933
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,649
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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