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#3570 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 42% in state

Hollis T Dietz EL

Elementary School · CRANDALL ISD

P O BOX 128, Crandall, TX 75114

Enrollment

502

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,570 of 8,552

In Crandall

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

CRANDALL ISD

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Hollis T Dietz EL

6.8/10

Elementary School in Crandall · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.9/10

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4.0/10

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About Hollis T Dietz EL

Hollis T Dietz EL is a public elementary school in Crandall, TX, part of CRANDALL ISD. Hollis T Dietz EL serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hollis T Dietz EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,570 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Hollis T Dietz EL show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Hollis T Dietz 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-1.04 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-17.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-12.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,828
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Hollis T Dietz EL — Students at Hollis T Dietz EL score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 36.5% (multi-year average, 2017-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 44.1% (multi-year average, 2017-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 14 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2017
Math
40%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
37.5%
ELA
48.6%
2024
Math
26%
ELA
44%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Hollis T Dietz EL Compares

See how Hollis T Dietz EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in TX
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

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

P O BOX 128, Crandall, TX 75114

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hollis T Dietz EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL EL (rated 9.3/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Seagoville), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHNSON EL (rated 7.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Forney), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NOBLE REED (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Crandall, see our Crandall schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
BARBARA WALKER EL Crandall 0.7 mi 3.9
CRANDALL MIDDLE Crandall 0.9 mi 4.0
JOHNSON EL Forney 2.7 mi 7.9
FORNEY H S Forney 3.0 mi 6.4
NOBLE REED Crandall 2.9 mi 7.6
RHEA INT Forney 3.3 mi 7.5
HENDERSON EL Forney 3.3 mi 7.3
W A MARTIN EL Crandall 3.5 mi 3.8
CLAYBON EL Forney 3.5 mi 7.2
WILLETT EL Forney 3.4 mi 6.5
NOLA KATHRYN WILSON EL Crandall 4.0 mi 5.4
WARREN MIDDLE Forney 4.0 mi 7.2
CRANDALL H S Crandall 4.5 mi 5.3
CROSBY EL Forney 5.4 mi 3.5
BLACKBURN EL Forney 5.2 mi 7.0
CENTRAL EL Seagoville 4.9 mi 9.3
CRISWELL EL Forney 5.7 mi 5.8
BROWN MIDDLE Forney 5.7 mi 3.9
JACKSON MIDDLE Forney 6.2 mi 7.4
SEAGOVILLE EL Seagoville 5.5 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,839

Median Home Value

$275,100

Median Rent

$1,652/mo

Population

7,664

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

84.8%

Avg Commute

37 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hollis T Dietz EL

What grades does Hollis T Dietz EL serve?

Hollis T Dietz EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Hollis T Dietz EL?

Hollis T Dietz EL has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hollis T Dietz EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Hollis T Dietz EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hollis T Dietz EL rank in TX?

Hollis T Dietz EL ranks #3,570 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Hollis T Dietz EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Hollis T Dietz EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Hollis T Dietz EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hollis T Dietz EL has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).

Is Hollis T Dietz EL a charter school?

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

Is Hollis T Dietz EL a Title I school?

No, Hollis T Dietz EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hollis T Dietz EL?

63.7% of students at Hollis T Dietz 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Kaufman County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

District

CRANDALL ISD
District Enrollment
6,443
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,828
District Rank
#2 of 7

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