Needs Improvement
#7968 of 8,552 schools in TX
Colbert EL
School · DAYTON ISD
P O BOX 248, Dayton, TX 77535
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
252
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,968 of 8,552
In Dayton
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
DAYTON ISD
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About Colbert EL
Colbert EL is a public school in Dayton, TX, part of DAYTON ISD. Colbert EL serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Colbert EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,968 of 8,552 schools in TX.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Colbert EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Colbert EL Compares
See how Colbert EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O BOX 248, Dayton, TX 77535
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colbert EL may also want to explore other schools in the area. AUSTIN EL (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARGRAVE H S (rated 6.4/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Huffman), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARDIN H S (rated 6.4/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Hardin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FREDDA NOTTINGHAM ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER Dayton | 0.6 mi | — |
| AUSTIN EL Dayton | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| WILSON J H Dayton | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| KIMMIE M BROWN EL Dayton | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| RICHTER EL Dayton | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| DAYTON H S Dayton | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| LIBERTY EL Liberty | 4.9 mi | 5.4 |
| SAN JACINTO EL Liberty | 4.9 mi | 5.4 |
| CHRYSALIS SCHOOL Liberty | 5.6 mi | — |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE Liberty | 5.7 mi | 4.7 |
| LIBERTY H S Liberty | 5.9 mi | 5.3 |
| PREMIER H S OF DAYTON Lewisville | 6.8 mi | 3.9 |
| HUFFMAN MIDDLE Huffman | 10.8 mi | 4.4 |
| HARGRAVE H S Huffman | 10.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HARDIN EL Hardin | 11.5 mi | 4.9 |
| HARDIN J H Hardin | 11.5 mi | 4.2 |
| HARDIN H S Hardin | 11.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ILTEXAS BG RAMIREZ MIDDLE Richardson | 12.1 mi | 2.8 |
| ILTEXAS BG RAMIREZ EL Richardson | 12.1 mi | 3.0 |
| PINE BURR EL Cleveland | 12.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,407
Median Home Value
$217,200
Median Rent
$1,075/mo
Population
38,037
College Educated
13.5%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
34.8
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colbert EL
What grades does Colbert EL serve?
Colbert EL serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Colbert EL?
Colbert EL has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Colbert EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Colbert EL is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Colbert EL rank in TX?
Colbert EL ranks #7,968 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Colbert EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Colbert EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Colbert EL a charter school?
No, Colbert EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Colbert EL a Title I school?
No, Colbert EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colbert EL?
83.7% of students at Colbert 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 252
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Liberty County
- Phone
- (936) 258-2727
Resources & Links
District
DAYTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,787
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,903
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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