Very Good
#2410 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 28% in state
Dearing EL
Elementary School · PFLUGERVILLE ISD
4301 GATTIS SCHOOL RD, Round Rock, TX 78664
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,410 of 8,552
In Round Rock
#19 of 41
public schools
In district
#11 of 32
PFLUGERVILLE ISD
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Dearing EL
Elementary School in Round Rock · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dearing EL
Dearing EL is a public elementary school in Round Rock, TX, part of PFLUGERVILLE ISD. Dearing EL serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dearing EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,410 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Dearing EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Dearing EL — Students at Dearing EL score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 7.7/10.
How Dearing EL Compares
See how Dearing 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
4301 GATTIS SCHOOL RD, Round Rock, TX 78664
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dearing EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. REDBUD EL (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGHLAND PARK EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Pflugerville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MURCHISON EL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Pflugerville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Round Rock, see our Round Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST CREEK EL Round Rock | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL Pflugerville | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| MURCHISON EL Pflugerville | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| BLACKLAND PRAIRIE EL Round Rock | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| HENDRICKSON H S Pflugerville | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| RIDGEVIEW MIDDLE Round Rock | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| KELLY LANE MIDDLE Pflugerville | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ROWE LANE EL Pflugerville | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| RIOJAS EL Pflugerville | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| HOWARD NORMAN EL Hutto | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| AUSTIN ACHIEVE PFLUGERVILLE Pflugerville | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF PFLUGERVILLE AT FALCON POINTE Pflugerville | 3.1 mi | 3.7 |
| PARK CREST MIDDLE Pflugerville | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| CEDAR RIDGE H S Round Rock | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| GATTIS EL Round Rock | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| BROOKHOLLOW EL Pflugerville | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| STONEHILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pflugerville | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| GREAT MINDS LEARNING COMMUNITY Pflugerville | 3.4 mi | — |
| HUTTO H S Hutto | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| REDBUD EL Round Rock | 3.4 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78664 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,919
Median Home Value
$317,400
Median Rent
$1,645/mo
Population
62,272
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
34.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dearing EL
What grades does Dearing EL serve?
Dearing EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dearing EL?
Dearing EL has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dearing EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Dearing EL is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dearing EL rank in TX?
Dearing EL ranks #2,410 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Dearing EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Dearing EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Dearing EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dearing EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Dearing EL a charter school?
No, Dearing EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dearing EL a Title I school?
No, Dearing EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dearing EL?
52.2% of students at Dearing 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
- 531
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.0%
- Phone
- (512) 594-4500
Resources & Links
District
PFLUGERVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 25,297
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,528
- District Rank
- #11 of 32
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