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D H Brent EL

Elementary School · LITTLE ELM ISD

500 WITT RD, Little Elm, TX 75068

Enrollment

582

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,840 of 8,552

In Little Elm

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

LITTLE ELM ISD

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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D H Brent EL

5.4/10

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

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About D H Brent EL

D H Brent EL is a public elementary school in Little Elm, TX, part of LITTLE ELM ISD. D H Brent EL serves approximately 582 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. D H Brent EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,840 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for D H Brent EL show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,462
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

D H Brent EL — Students at D H Brent EL score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 67.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 66.7% (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
90%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
86%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
34.1%
ELA
45.1%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
51%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How D H Brent EL Compares

See how D H Brent EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in TX
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

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

500 WITT RD, Little Elm, TX 75068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering D H Brent EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NICHOLS EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Frisco), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPARKS EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Frisco), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PUREFOY EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Frisco), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Little Elm, see our Little Elm schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LITTLE ELM H S Little Elm 1.3 mi 5.9
CORBELL EL Frisco 1.2 mi 7.5
CESAR CHAVEZ EL Little Elm 1.4 mi 3.7
HACKBERRY EL Frisco 1.5 mi 5.0
SPARKS EL Frisco 1.5 mi 8.0
LAKEVIEW EL Little Elm 1.9 mi 6.0
ROBERTSON EL Frisco 2.2 mi 7.7
PIONEER HERITAGE MIDDLE Frisco 2.0 mi 8.8
FISHER EL Frisco 2.0 mi 7.9
NICHOLS EL Frisco 2.2 mi 8.6
PRIMROSE OF FRISCO WEST Frisco 2.5 mi
BOALS EL Frisco 2.4 mi 7.5
COBB MIDDLE Frisco 2.3 mi 7.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF FRISCO AT MAIN AND TEEL Frisco 2.4 mi
PUREFOY EL Frisco 2.4 mi 8.0
LOWELL H STRIKE MIDDLE Little Elm 2.8 mi 6.8
LEADERSHIP PREP SCHOOL SECONDARY Frisco 2.5 mi 4.3
CREEKWOOD SCHOOL Little Elm 2.5 mi
LEADERSHIP PREP SCHOOL Frisco 2.5 mi 4.5
BLEDSOE EL Frisco 2.8 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,341

Median Home Value

$386,300

Median Rent

$2,161/mo

Population

70,562

College Educated

43.5%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

36.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

35.6

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School Rating
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AMOS EL Arlington, TX 5.4
AVVAI TAMIL CENTER Frisco, TX 5.4
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BUFFALO CREEK EL Houston, TX 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about D H Brent EL

What grades does D H Brent EL serve?

D H Brent EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend D H Brent EL?

D H Brent EL has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at D H Brent EL?

The student-teacher ratio at D H Brent EL is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does D H Brent EL rank in TX?

D H Brent EL ranks #5,840 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is D H Brent EL's MySchoolScout rating?

D H Brent EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 D H Brent EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, D H Brent EL has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is D H Brent EL a charter school?

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

Is D H Brent EL a Title I school?

No, D H Brent EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for D H Brent EL?

60.0% of students at D H Brent 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Denton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

LITTLE ELM ISD
District Enrollment
8,211
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,462
District Rank
#6 of 9

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