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Galloway EL

Elementary School · MESQUITE ISD

200 CLARY DR, Mesquite, TX 75149

Enrollment

441

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,751 of 8,552

In Mesquite

#22 of 50

public schools

In district

#18 of 50

MESQUITE ISD

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Galloway EL

6.1/10

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

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About Galloway EL

Galloway EL is a public elementary school in Mesquite, TX, part of MESQUITE ISD. Galloway EL serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Galloway EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,751 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Galloway EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,223
Chronic Absenteeism12.2%

Galloway EL — Students at Galloway EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 63.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 57.8% (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
93%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
39.3%
ELA
43.9%
2024
Math
42%
ELA
42%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Galloway EL Compares

See how Galloway EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in TX
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

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

200 CLARY DR, Mesquite, TX 75149

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Galloway EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is EDWARD TITCHE EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SEABOURN EL (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mesquite, see our Mesquite schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
LEGACY PREP CHARTER ACADEMY MESQUITE WEST CAMPUS Dallas 0.4 mi 7.1
LANNY FRASIER MIDDLE Mesquite 0.5 mi 8.3
WEST MESQUITE H S Mesquite 0.6 mi 5.6
SEABOURN EL Mesquite 0.9 mi 6.4
RUGEL EL Mesquite 1.0 mi 5.0
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF MESQUITE Lewisville 0.9 mi 5.1
C A TATUM JR EL Dallas 1.3 mi 6.3
HANBY EL Mesquite 1.3 mi 6.0
GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST Dallas 1.5 mi 8.9
KIPP PLEASANT GROVE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Balch Springs 1.7 mi 4.8
EDWARD TITCHE EL Dallas 1.7 mi 8.2
MOSS EL Mesquite 1.7 mi 4.4
MCWHORTER EL Mesquite 1.9 mi 6.0
KIPP PLEASANT GROVE PRI Dallas 1.8 mi 4.1
TOSCH EL Mesquite 2.0 mi 5.2
WILKINSON MIDDLE Mesquite 1.9 mi 6.5
JOHN W RUNYON EL Dallas 2.1 mi 5.8
SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED & GIFTED IN PLEASANT GROVE Dallas 2.0 mi 9.0
ANN RICHARDS STEAM ACADEMY Dallas 1.8 mi 6.9
TISINGER EL Mesquite 1.9 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,629

Median Home Value

$207,500

Median Rent

$1,408/mo

Population

58,849

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

66.8%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

13%

Median Age

34.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Galloway EL

What grades does Galloway EL serve?

Galloway EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Galloway EL?

Galloway EL has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Galloway EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Galloway EL is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Galloway EL rank in TX?

Galloway EL ranks #4,751 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Galloway EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Galloway EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Galloway EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Galloway EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Galloway EL a charter school?

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

Is Galloway EL a Title I school?

No, Galloway EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Galloway EL?

84.4% of students at Galloway 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

District

MESQUITE ISD
District Enrollment
38,265
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,223
District Rank
#18 of 50

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