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#4636 of 8,552 schools in TX
Gilbert Willie SR EL
Elementary School · TERRELL ISD
1400 S ROCKWALL AVE, Terrell, TX 75160
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,636 of 8,552
In Terrell
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
TERRELL ISD
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Gilbert Willie SR EL
Elementary School in Terrell · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gilbert Willie SR EL
Gilbert Willie SR EL is a public elementary school in Terrell, TX, part of TERRELL ISD. Gilbert Willie SR EL serves approximately 684 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Gilbert Willie SR EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,636 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Gilbert Willie SR EL show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Gilbert Willie SR EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Gilbert Willie SR EL — Students at Gilbert Willie SR EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 14 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: 9.0/10.
How Gilbert Willie SR EL Compares
See how Gilbert Willie SR 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
1400 S ROCKWALL AVE, Terrell, TX 75160
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gilbert Willie SR EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J W MONDAY EL (rated 8.6/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Kaufman), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUCILLE NASH EL (rated 7.9/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Kaufman), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Terrell, see our Terrell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W H BURNETT EL Terrell | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| TERRELL ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER/PHOENIX SCH Terrell | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Terrell | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| HERMAN FURLOUGH JR MIDDLE Terrell | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| TISD CHILD & ADOLESCENT SCHOOL Terrell | 1.9 mi | — |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Terrell | 2.2 mi | — |
| DR BRUCE WOOD EL Terrell | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| J W LONG EL Terrell | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| TERRELL H S Terrell | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| POETRY COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Terrell | 7.4 mi | 7.3 |
| BROWN MIDDLE Forney | 7.4 mi | 3.9 |
| BLACKBURN EL Forney | 7.6 mi | 7.0 |
| KAUFMAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kaufman | 8.9 mi | 5.0 |
| NORTH FORNEY H S Forney | 7.8 mi | 4.5 |
| SMITH INT Forney | 7.9 mi | 4.2 |
| WILLETT EL Forney | 8.0 mi | 6.5 |
| FORNEY LEARNING ACADEMY Forney | 8.2 mi | — |
| J W MONDAY EL Kaufman | 9.6 mi | 8.6 |
| HELEN EDWARD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Kaufman | 9.7 mi | 6.0 |
| LUCILLE NASH EL Kaufman | 9.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,862
Median Home Value
$221,900
Median Rent
$1,177/mo
Population
26,145
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gilbert Willie SR EL
What grades does Gilbert Willie SR EL serve?
Gilbert Willie SR EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Gilbert Willie SR EL?
Gilbert Willie SR EL has an enrollment of approximately 684 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gilbert Willie SR EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Gilbert Willie SR EL is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gilbert Willie SR EL rank in TX?
Gilbert Willie SR EL ranks #4,636 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Gilbert Willie SR EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Gilbert Willie SR EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Gilbert Willie SR EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gilbert Willie SR EL has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Gilbert Willie SR EL a charter school?
No, Gilbert Willie SR EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gilbert Willie SR EL a Title I school?
No, Gilbert Willie SR EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gilbert Willie SR EL?
87.0% of students at Gilbert Willie SR 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
- 684
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Kaufman County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (972) 563-1443
Resources & Links
District
TERRELL ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,255
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,694
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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