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Bay Colony EL

Elementary School · DICKINSON ISD

101 BAY COLONY ELEMENTARY DR, Dickinson, TX 77539

Enrollment

531

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,416 of 8,552

In Dickinson

#5 of 13

public schools

In district

#5 of 14

DICKINSON ISD

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Bay Colony EL

6.9/10

Elementary School in Dickinson · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bay Colony EL

Bay Colony EL is a public elementary school in Dickinson, TX, part of DICKINSON ISD. Bay Colony EL serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bay Colony EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,416 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Bay Colony EL show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+9.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,124
Chronic Absenteeism17.1%

Bay Colony EL — Students at Bay Colony EL score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 71.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 66.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
50.3%
ELA
49.7%
2024
Math
53%
ELA
48%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Bay Colony EL Compares

See how Bay Colony EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
60th percentile in TX
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

101 BAY COLONY ELEMENTARY DR, Dickinson, TX 77539

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bay Colony EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROY J WOLLAM EL (rated 8.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALDER ROAD EL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ELVA C LOBIT MIDDLE (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dickinson, see our Dickinson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CALDER ROAD EL Dickinson 0.7 mi 8.0
LOUIS G LOBIT EL Dickinson 1.3 mi 7.6
ELVA C LOBIT MIDDLE Dickinson 1.3 mi 7.7
VICTORY LAKES INT League City 1.4 mi 6.2
TRUE CROSS CATHOLTIC SCHOOL - DICKINSON Dickinson 1.3 mi 7.6
CREATIVE CORNERS SCHOOL League City 2.4 mi
HENRY BAUERSCHLAG EL League City 2.5 mi 7.4
DUNBAR MIDDLE Dickinson 2.5 mi 4.0
RALPH PARR EL League City 2.8 mi 7.4
DICKINSON CONTINUATION CENTER Dickinson 2.6 mi 4.9
HUGHES ROAD EL Dickinson 2.8 mi 4.2
R D MCADAMS J H Dickinson 3.1 mi 5.6
DARWIN L GILMORE EL League City 3.3 mi 7.5
DEVEREUX SCHOOL League City 3.7 mi 8.3
JAMES H ROSS EL League City 3.6 mi 6.9
JAKE SILBERNAGEL EL Dickinson 3.4 mi 5.1
LEAGUE CITY EL League City 3.8 mi 6.6
ROY J WOLLAM EL Santa Fe 4.2 mi 8.8
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL League City 4.3 mi 6.5
CREEKSIDE INT League City 4.0 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77539 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,263

Median Home Value

$246,400

Median Rent

$1,370/mo

Population

47,164

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

35.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bay Colony EL

What grades does Bay Colony EL serve?

Bay Colony EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Bay Colony EL?

Bay Colony EL has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay Colony EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Bay Colony EL is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bay Colony EL rank in TX?

Bay Colony EL ranks #3,416 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Bay Colony EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Bay Colony EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Bay Colony EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bay Colony EL has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bay Colony EL a charter school?

No, Bay Colony EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bay Colony EL a Title I school?

No, Bay Colony EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay Colony EL?

60.3% of students at Bay Colony 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Galveston County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

District

DICKINSON ISD
District Enrollment
12,592
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,124
District Rank
#5 of 14

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