Needs Improvement
#8461 of 8,552 schools in TX
Glen Couch EL
Elementary School · GARLAND ISD
4349 WATERHOUSE DR, Garland, TX 75043
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
2.4
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
2.4
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,461 of 8,552
In Garland
#67 of 67
public schools
In district
#75 of 75
GARLAND ISD
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Glen Couch EL
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About Glen Couch EL
Glen Couch EL is a public elementary school in Garland, TX, part of GARLAND ISD. Glen Couch EL serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Glen Couch EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,461 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Glen Couch EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Glen Couch 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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Glen Couch EL — Students at Glen Couch EL score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78%
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: 1.9/10.
How Glen Couch EL Compares
See how Glen Couch 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
4349 WATERHOUSE DR, Garland, TX 75043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glen Couch EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLASSICAL CENTER AT VIAL EL (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HANDLEY STEM EL (rated 6.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HANDLEY EL (rated 6.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garland, see our Garland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COUCH COLLEGIATE PREP EL Garland | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| LAKEVIEW CENTENNIAL H S Garland | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| TOLER EL Garland | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| LYLES MIDDLE COLLEGIATE INT Garland | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| LYLES MIDDLE Garland | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| SHUGART EL Garland | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER EL Garland | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ROWLETT EL Rowlett | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| CLASSICAL CENTER AT VIAL EL Garland | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| KATHERINE STEPHENS EL Rowlett | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| HANDLEY STEM EL Garland | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| HANDLEY EL Garland | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| COYLE MIDDLE Rowlett | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| COYLE MIDDLE TECHNOLOGY CENTER FOR MATH AND SCIENC Rowlett | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| CLASSICAL CENTER AT BRANDENBURG MIDDLE Garland | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PORTER EL Mesquite | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ROWLETT H S Rowlett | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| WESLEYAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rowlett | 3.3 mi | — |
| CLUB HILL EL Garland | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
| CLUB HILL STEM EL Garland | 3.0 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,454
Median Home Value
$253,300
Median Rent
$1,467/mo
Population
63,733
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
35
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| HAMLET EL Amarillo, TX | 2.5 |
| HUPPERTZ EL San Antonio, TX | 2.3 |
| RIPLEY HOUSE CHARTER SCHOOL Houston, TX | 2.3 |
| STAFFORD EL San Antonio, TX | 2.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glen Couch EL
What grades does Glen Couch EL serve?
Glen Couch EL serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Glen Couch EL?
Glen Couch EL has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glen Couch EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Glen Couch EL is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glen Couch EL rank in TX?
Glen Couch EL ranks #8,461 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Glen Couch EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Glen Couch EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Glen Couch EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glen Couch EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Glen Couch EL a charter school?
No, Glen Couch EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glen Couch EL a Title I school?
No, Glen Couch EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glen Couch EL?
78.0% of students at Glen Couch 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 236
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.3%
- Phone
- (972) 240-1801
Resources & Links
District
GARLAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 51,659
- Schools in District
- 78
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,534
- District Rank
- #75 of 75
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