Needs Improvement
#8543 of 8,552 schools in TX
Cockrell Hill EL
Elementary School · DESOTO ISD
425 S COCKRELL HILL, Desoto, TX 75115
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
1.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
1.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,543 of 8,552
In Desoto
#12 of 12
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
DESOTO ISD
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Cockrell Hill EL
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About Cockrell Hill EL
Cockrell Hill EL is a public elementary school in Desoto, TX, part of DESOTO ISD. Cockrell Hill EL serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cockrell Hill EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,543 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Cockrell Hill EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 1.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Cockrell Hill EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cockrell Hill EL — Students at Cockrell Hill EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 1.3/10.
How Cockrell Hill EL Compares
See how Cockrell Hill 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
425 S COCKRELL HILL, Desoto, TX 75115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cockrell Hill EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CEDAR HILL COLLEGIATE PREP (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Cedar Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is DESOTO PRIVATE SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RUBY YOUNG PERSONALIZED STEAM ACADEMY (rated 4.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Desoto, see our Desoto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PREMIER H S - DESOTO Lewisville | 1.0 mi | — |
| CURTISTENE S MCCOWAN MIDDLE Glenn Heights | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| DESOTO H S Desoto | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| DESOTO WEST MIDDLE Desoto | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| WATERFORD OAKS EL Cedar Hill | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| RUBY YOUNG PERSONALIZED STEAM ACADEMY Desoto | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| BESSIE COLEMAN MIDDLE Cedar Hill | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| FRANK D MOATES EL Glenn Heights | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
| DESOTO ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER (DAEP) Desoto | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| CEDAR HILL COLLEGIATE PREP Cedar Hill | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| HIGHLANDS EL Cedar Hill | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| DESOTO PRIVATE SCHOOL Desoto | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| GRACE R BRANDENBURG INT Duncanville | 2.8 mi | 3.2 |
| NOVA ACADEMY CEDAR HILL Dallas | 3.0 mi | 2.5 |
| GOLDEN RULE DESOTO Dallas | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| S GUS ALEXANDER JR EL Duncanville | 3.3 mi | 2.9 |
| KI CHARTER - DESOTO Desoto | 3.5 mi | — |
| PLUMMER EL Cedar Hill | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| OVILLA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ovilla | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| VILLAGE TECH SCHOOLS Duncanville | 3.6 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,386
Median Home Value
$282,900
Median Rent
$1,478/mo
Population
55,997
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cockrell Hill EL
What grades does Cockrell Hill EL serve?
Cockrell Hill EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Cockrell Hill EL?
Cockrell Hill EL has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cockrell Hill EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Cockrell Hill EL is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cockrell Hill EL rank in TX?
Cockrell Hill EL ranks #8,543 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Cockrell Hill EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Cockrell Hill EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.8 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 Cockrell Hill EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cockrell Hill EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Cockrell Hill EL a charter school?
No, Cockrell Hill EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cockrell Hill EL a Title I school?
No, Cockrell Hill EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cockrell Hill EL?
78.2% of students at Cockrell Hill 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.7%
- Phone
- (972) 230-1692
Resources & Links
District
DESOTO ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,995
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,676
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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