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#5472 of 8,552 schools in TX
Carson EL
Elementary School · DECATUR ISD
2100 BUSINESS 81/287 S, Decatur, TX 76234
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,472 of 8,552
In Decatur
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
DECATUR ISD
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Carson EL
Elementary School in Decatur · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carson EL
Carson EL is a public elementary school in Decatur, TX, part of DECATUR ISD. Carson EL serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Carson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,472 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Carson EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Carson EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Carson EL — Students at Carson EL score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.5%
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: 6.0/10.
How Carson EL Compares
See how Carson 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
2100 BUSINESS 81/287 S, Decatur, TX 76234
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carson EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. YOUNG EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARADISE INT (rated 8.2/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Paradise), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALVORD EL (rated 7.6/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Alvord), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DECATUR H S Decatur | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| STEM ACADEMY AT ENIS EL Decatur | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| MCCARROLL MIDDLE Decatur | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| RANN EL Decatur | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| YOUNG EL Decatur | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| PARADISE H S Paradise | 8.5 mi | 7.7 |
| BOYD EL Boyd | 9.7 mi | 6.0 |
| PARADISE MIDDLE Paradise | 8.6 mi | 7.7 |
| BOYD MIDDLE Boyd | 9.8 mi | 6.9 |
| BOYD INT Boyd | 9.8 mi | 4.9 |
| PARADISE INT Paradise | 8.6 mi | 8.2 |
| BOYD H S Boyd | 9.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PARADISE EL Paradise | 8.8 mi | 5.5 |
| BRIDGEPORT H S Bridgeport | 9.6 mi | 6.0 |
| BRIDGEPORT MIDDLE Bridgeport | 10.3 mi | 7.2 |
| BRIDGEPORT EL Bridgeport | 10.5 mi | 7.2 |
| BRIDGEPORT INT Bridgeport | 10.5 mi | 4.1 |
| ALVORD H S Alvord | 12.4 mi | 8.1 |
| ALVORD EL Alvord | 12.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ALVORD MIDDLE Alvord | 12.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,083
Median Home Value
$304,300
Median Rent
$1,358/mo
Population
20,912
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
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| ALBA-GOLDEN EL Alba, TX | 5.6 |
| ALVARADO EL-SOUTH Alvarado, TX | 5.6 |
| BENITO MARTINEZ EL El Paso, TX | 5.6 |
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| COPPERFIELD EL Austin, TX | 5.6 |
| DAFFRON EL Plano, TX | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carson EL
What grades does Carson EL serve?
Carson EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carson EL?
Carson EL has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carson EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Carson EL is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carson EL rank in TX?
Carson EL ranks #5,472 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Carson EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Carson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Carson EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carson EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carson EL a charter school?
No, Carson EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carson EL a Title I school?
No, Carson EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carson EL?
41.5% of students at Carson 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
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Wise County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (940) 393-7500
Resources & Links
District
DECATUR ISD- District Enrollment
- 3,811
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,241
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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