Below Average
#6773 of 8,547 schools in TX
Carrollton EL
Elementary School · CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
1805 PEARL ST, Carrollton, TX 75006
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Carrollton
#37 of 40
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#3,404 of 4,678
In district
#30 of 38
CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
School environment
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Carrollton EL
Carrollton Elementary serves 519 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11.8 to 1, supported by 44 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public school has earned strong recognition, ranking #289 out of 8,598 elementary schools statewide and placing in the 97th percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. The school draws families from a stable suburban community where the median household income reaches $79,672 and median home values sit at $278,300.
About one-third of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the neighborhood maintains a low poverty rate of just 7.9 percent. This economic stability creates a supportive environment for student learning and family engagement. Located on Pearl Street in the heart of Carrollton, the school benefits from its position in Dallas County's well-established suburban landscape.
The combination of strong community demographics, reasonable class sizes, and the school's high state ranking suggests families can expect a quality elementary education experience. Carrollton Elementary operates within a thriving suburban setting that provides both residential stability and educational opportunity for its diverse student body.
Score Breakdown
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Carrollton EL — Students at Carrollton EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 3.1/10.
How Carrollton EL Compares
See how Carrollton EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 52% (2019) to 27% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 36% (2019) to 20% (2021).
Location
1805 PEARL ST, Carrollton, TX 75006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carrollton EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OAK CREST PRIVATE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTRAL EL (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCCOY EL (rated 6.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carrollton, see our Carrollton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HUIE SPECIAL EDUC CTR Carrollton | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| PERRY MIDDLE Carrollton | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| TURNER H S Carrollton | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CENTRAL EL Carrollton | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH Farmers Branch | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| ARBORCREEK MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas | 1.1 mi | — |
| ARBORCREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Farmers Branch | 1.1 mi | — |
| POLK MIDDLE Carrollton | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| THE ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Carrollton | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| GOOD EL Carrollton | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| OAK CREST PRIVATE SCHOOL Carrollton | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| WISDOM ACADEMY Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| MARY IMMACULATE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farmers Branch | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| MCLAUGHLIN STRICKLAND EL Farmers Branch | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| BLAIR EL Farmers Branch | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| SMITH H S Carrollton | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| SALAZAR DISTRICT ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM Carrollton | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY- CARROLLTON Lewisville | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| MCCOY EL Carrollton | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| GRIMES EDUCATION CENTER Carrollton | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,466
Median Home Value
$296,500
Median Rent
$1,528/mo
Population
47,648
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
36.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Carrollton EL has a median household income of $79,466. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $296,500, with a median rent of $1,528/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR Fort Worth, TX | 4.9 |
| ANDERSON ACADEMY Houston, TX | 4.9 |
| ARISTOI CLASSICAL ACADEMY-CYPRESS Katy, TX | 4.9 |
| ASHWORTH EL Arlington, TX | 4.9 |
| BARNES EL Corpus Christi, TX | 4.9 |
| BERTRAM EL Bertram, TX | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carrollton EL
What grades does Carrollton EL serve?
Carrollton EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carrollton EL?
Carrollton EL has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carrollton EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Carrollton EL is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carrollton EL rank in TX?
Carrollton EL is ranked #6773 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Carrollton EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Carrollton EL has a composite rating of 4.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carrollton EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Carrollton EL has 39.5% math proficiency and 28.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Carrollton EL a charter school?
No, Carrollton EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carrollton EL a Title I school?
No, Carrollton EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carrollton EL?
91.9% of students at Carrollton 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,457/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Carrollton). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 968-1200
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,227
- District Rank
- #30 of 38
Other Schools in This District
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