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Beasley EL

Elementary School · MESQUITE ISD

919 GREEN CANYON DR, Mesquite, TX 75150

Enrollment

326

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,222 of 8,552

In Mesquite

#32 of 50

public schools

In district

#29 of 50

MESQUITE ISD

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Beasley EL

5.8/10

Elementary School in Mesquite · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Beasley EL

Beasley EL is a public elementary school in Mesquite, TX, part of MESQUITE ISD. Beasley EL serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Beasley EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,222 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Beasley EL show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-4.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,223
Chronic Absenteeism12.6%

Beasley EL — Students at Beasley EL score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (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
91%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
50.3%
ELA
48.2%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
53%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Beasley EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in TX
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

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

919 GREEN CANYON DR, Mesquite, TX 75150

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beasley EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLASSICAL CENTER AT VIAL EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Garland), which scores notably higher. Another option is AUSTIN EL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIMBALL EL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesquite, see our Mesquite schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
KIMBROUGH MIDDLE Mesquite 0.2 mi 6.4
KIDS DISCOVERY ACADEMY INC. Mesquite 0.5 mi 6.6
POTEET H S Mesquite 0.7 mi 5.9
KIMBALL EL Mesquite 0.6 mi 7.0
APPLESEED ACADEMY Mesquite 0.7 mi
PORTER EL Mesquite 0.8 mi 6.1
AUSTIN EL Mesquite 0.9 mi 7.5
EDUCATION CENTER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 1 Mesquite 0.8 mi 6.6
CANNADAY EL Mesquite 1.0 mi 6.4
NORTH MESQUITE H S Mesquite 1.2 mi 6.5
WILKINSON MIDDLE Mesquite 1.9 mi 6.5
FLORENCE EL Mesquite 1.7 mi 5.5
EASTRIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mesquite 1.8 mi
TISINGER EL Mesquite 2.1 mi 5.8
TOSCH EL Mesquite 1.9 mi 5.2
MCDONALD MIDDLE Mesquite 1.9 mi 5.1
PRICE EL Garland 2.2 mi 6.0
CLASSICAL CENTER AT VIAL EL Garland 2.3 mi 8.3
MCKENZIE EL Mesquite 2.0 mi 7.0
SHANDS EL Mesquite 2.1 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,985

Median Home Value

$221,000

Median Rent

$1,387/mo

Population

63,023

College Educated

19.9%

Homeownership

52.3%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

33.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beasley EL

What grades does Beasley EL serve?

Beasley EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Beasley EL?

Beasley EL has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beasley EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Beasley EL is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beasley EL rank in TX?

Beasley EL ranks #5,222 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Beasley EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Beasley EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Beasley EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beasley EL has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Beasley EL a charter school?

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

Is Beasley EL a Title I school?

No, Beasley EL is not currently a Title I school.

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

72.7% of students at Beasley 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

District

MESQUITE ISD
District Enrollment
38,265
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,223
District Rank
#29 of 50

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