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#6154 of 8,552 schools in TX
Gray EL
Elementary School · MESQUITE ISD
3500 PIONEER RD, Balch Springs, TX 75180
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,154 of 8,552
In Balch Springs
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#38 of 50
MESQUITE ISD
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Gray EL
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About Gray EL
Gray EL is a public elementary school in Balch Springs, TX, part of MESQUITE ISD. Gray EL serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Gray EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,154 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Gray EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Gray EL — Students at Gray EL score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
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: 5.0/10.
How Gray EL Compares
See how Gray 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
3500 PIONEER RD, Balch Springs, TX 75180
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gray EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) MESQUITE EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is GILBERT CUELLAR SR EL (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR LINDA HENRIE EL (rated 6.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Mesquite), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Balch Springs, see our Balch Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALVARY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mesquite | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| HODGES EL Balch Springs | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| NEW MIDDLE Mesquite | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| MACKEY EL Balch Springs | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| FLOYD EL Blach Springs | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| VROONLAND - VANGUARD H S Mesquite | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) MESQUITE EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| BALCH SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Balch Springs | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| GENTRY EL Mesquite | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| MCWHORTER EL Mesquite | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MESQUITE BAPTIST ACADEMY Mesquite | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM ACADEMY AT BALCH SPRINGS MIDDL Balch Springs | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| MOSS EL Mesquite | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| DR LINDA HENRIE EL Mesquite | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| KLEBERG EL Dallas | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Balch Springs | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| AGNEW MIDDLE Mesquite | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| RICHARD LAGOW EL Dallas | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| GILBERT CUELLAR SR EL Dallas | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| BLACK EL Mesquite | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,695
Median Home Value
$208,100
Median Rent
$1,249/mo
Population
27,006
College Educated
11.3%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
36.1 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gray EL
What grades does Gray EL serve?
Gray EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Gray EL?
Gray EL has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gray EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Gray EL is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gray EL rank in TX?
Gray EL ranks #6,154 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Gray EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Gray EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Gray EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gray EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gray EL a charter school?
No, Gray EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gray EL a Title I school?
No, Gray EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gray EL?
90.9% of students at Gray 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.9%
- Phone
- (972) 882-7280
Resources & Links
District
MESQUITE ISD- District Enrollment
- 38,265
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,223
- District Rank
- #38 of 50
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