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#4031 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 47% in state
Felty EL
Elementary School · WAXAHACHIE ISD
231 PARK PL BLVD, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Waxahachie
#13 of 16
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#1,964 of 4,678
In district
#13 of 16
WAXAHACHIE ISD
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Very strong
About Felty EL
Felty Elementary School serves 528 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Waxahachie, Texas, maintaining a comfortable student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1 with 36 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public school demonstrates solid academic performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks in the 78th percentile statewide at #1932 out of 8598 Texas elementary schools. Students at Felty show strong achievement in core subjects, with 64% reaching proficiency or above in mathematics and 58% meeting proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading.
The school's academic score of 8.5 out of 10 reflects consistent educational outcomes across grade levels. The school draws families from a stable suburban community where the median household income reaches $83,970 and the median home value is $274,300. With 27% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of 8.8%, the surrounding neighborhood of 48,970 residents provides a supportive environment for student learning.
Felty Elementary operates in Waxahachie's large suburban setting in Ellis County, offering families the benefits of both community connection and access to broader educational and recreational opportunities that come with suburban living.
Score Breakdown
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Felty EL — Students at Felty EL score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 5.5/10.
How Felty EL Compares
See how Felty EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 69% (2019) to 60% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 66% (2019) to 50% (2021).
Location
231 PARK PL BLVD, Waxahachie, TX 75165
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Felty EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILEMON STEAM ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHSIDE EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLIFT EL (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waxahachie, see our Waxahachie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOWARD J H Waxahachie | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| FINLEY J H Waxahachie | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| SIMPSON EL Waxahachie | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| FIRST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Waxahachie | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| WAXAHACHIE GLOBAL H S Waxahachie | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| WAXAHACHIE H S OF CHOICE Waxahachie | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| COLEMAN J H Waxahachie | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ELLIS COUNTY JJAEP Waxahachie | 1.5 mi | — |
| ELLIS CO JJAEP Waxahachie | 1.5 mi | — |
| ELLIS CO JJAEP Waxahachie | 1.5 mi | — |
| NORTHSIDE EL Waxahachie | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Waxahachie | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| TURNER PREKINDERGARTEN ACADEMY Waxahachie | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| THE CHILDRENS MONTESSORI CENTER Waxahachie | 2.0 mi | — |
| MARVIN BIOMEDICAL ACADEMY Waxahachie | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| CLIFT EL Waxahachie | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| WILEMON STEAM ACADEMY Waxahachie | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| WEDGEWORTH EL Waxahachie | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SHACKELFORD EL Waxahachie | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| LIFE H S WAXAHACHIE Red Oak | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75165 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,780
Median Home Value
$308,100
Median Rent
$1,473/mo
Population
51,203
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
34.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Felty EL has a median household income of $84,780. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $308,100, with a median rent of $1,473/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALTON BOYD EL Allen, TX | 6.5 |
| ANNETTE PERRY EL Mansfield, TX | 6.5 |
| BARBARA JORDAN EL Richmond, TX | 6.5 |
| BOWIE EL Dallas, TX | 6.5 |
| BOWIE PRI Sulphur Springs, TX | 6.5 |
| CAPROCK EL Keller, TX | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Felty EL
What grades does Felty EL serve?
Felty EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Felty EL?
Felty EL has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Felty EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Felty EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Felty EL rank in TX?
Felty EL is ranked #4031 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Felty EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Felty EL has a composite rating of 6.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Felty EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Felty EL has 64.5% math proficiency and 58.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Felty EL a charter school?
No, Felty EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Felty EL a Title I school?
No, Felty EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Felty EL?
35.8% of students at Felty 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
- City Safety
- High (1,796/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Waxahachie). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 528
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ellis County
- Phone
- (972) 923-4616
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
WAXAHACHIE ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,052
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,520
- District Rank
- #13 of 16
Other Schools in This District
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