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#6361 of 8,552 schools in TX
Ellis EL
Elementary School · ARLINGTON ISD
2601 SHADOW RDG DR, Arlington, TX 76006
Enrollment
791
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
791
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,361 of 8,552
In Arlington
#67 of 100
public schools
In district
#42 of 75
ARLINGTON ISD
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About Ellis EL
Ellis EL is a public elementary school in Arlington, TX, part of ARLINGTON ISD. Ellis EL serves approximately 791 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ellis EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,361 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ellis EL show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Ellis 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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Ellis EL — Students at Ellis 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
87.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 5.9/10.
How Ellis EL Compares
See how Ellis 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
2601 SHADOW RDG DR, Arlington, TX 76006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ellis EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JONES FINE ARTS / DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VIRIDIAN EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BUTLER EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRINITY LEADERSHIP San Angelo | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| NICHOLS J H Arlington | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| PEACH EL Arlington | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| VIRIDIAN EL Arlington | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| LARSON EL Grand Prairie | 1.8 mi | 2.0 |
| SHERROD EL Arlington | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| JONES FINE ARTS / DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Arlington | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| PREMIER H S OF ARLINGTON Lewisville | 2.4 mi | 2.2 |
| PREMIER H S OF SOUTH IRVING Lewisville | 2.4 mi | — |
| UPLIFT SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL H S Dallas | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| UPLIFT SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL PRI Dallas | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| UPLIFT SUMMIT INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE Dallas | 2.5 mi | 3.3 |
| TREETOPS SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL Euless | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| JEAN MASSIEU ACADEMY Arlington | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| BUTLER EL Arlington | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF ARLINGTON GIBBINS Arlington | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH EULESS EL Euless | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| TURNING POINT SECONDARY SCHOOL Arlington | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| BERRY EL Arlington | 3.5 mi | 4.0 |
| KOOKEN ED CTR Arlington | 3.3 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,216
Median Home Value
$286,900
Median Rent
$1,344/mo
Population
23,594
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
26.5%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ellis EL
What grades does Ellis EL serve?
Ellis EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Ellis EL?
Ellis EL has an enrollment of approximately 791 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ellis EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Ellis EL is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ellis EL rank in TX?
Ellis EL ranks #6,361 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ellis EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Ellis 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 Ellis EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ellis EL has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ellis EL a charter school?
No, Ellis EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ellis EL a Title I school?
No, Ellis EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ellis EL?
87.2% of students at Ellis 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 791
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tarrant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.0%
- Phone
- (682) 867-7900
Resources & Links
District
ARLINGTON ISD- District Enrollment
- 54,750
- Schools in District
- 75
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,746
- District Rank
- #42 of 75
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