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#6405 of 8,552 schools in TX
Delmas F Morton EL
Elementary School · GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
401 E GRAND PRAIRIE RD, Grand Prairie, TX 75051
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,405 of 8,552
In Grand Prairie
#33 of 53
public schools
In district
#22 of 38
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
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Delmas F Morton EL
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About Delmas F Morton EL
Delmas F Morton EL is a public elementary school in Grand Prairie, TX, part of GRAND PRAIRIE ISD. Delmas F Morton EL serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Delmas F Morton EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,405 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Delmas F Morton EL show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Delmas F Morton 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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Delmas F Morton EL — Students at Delmas F Morton EL score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 5.4/10.
How Delmas F Morton EL Compares
See how Delmas F Morton 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
401 E GRAND PRAIRIE RD, Grand Prairie, TX 75051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Delmas F Morton EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM B TRAVIS WORLD LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GOLDEN RULE GRAND PRAIRIE (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Desoto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEPHEN F AUSTIN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Prairie, see our Grand Prairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,124
Median Home Value
$196,700
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
40,263
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
47.4%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
31.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Delmas F Morton EL
What grades does Delmas F Morton EL serve?
Delmas F Morton EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Delmas F Morton EL?
Delmas F Morton EL has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Delmas F Morton EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Delmas F Morton EL is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Delmas F Morton EL rank in TX?
Delmas F Morton EL ranks #6,405 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Delmas F Morton EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Delmas F Morton EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Delmas F Morton EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Delmas F Morton EL has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Delmas F Morton EL a charter school?
No, Delmas F Morton EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Delmas F Morton EL a Title I school?
No, Delmas F Morton EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Delmas F Morton EL?
85.9% of students at Delmas F Morton 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (972) 262-6785
Resources & Links
District
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD- District Enrollment
- 26,638
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,976
- District Rank
- #22 of 38
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