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#4637 of 8,552 schools in TX
J W Long EL
Elementary School · TERRELL ISD
300 CREEKSIDE DR, Terrell, TX 75160
Enrollment
745
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
745
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,637 of 8,552
In Terrell
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
TERRELL ISD
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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J W Long EL
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About J W Long EL
J W Long EL is a public elementary school in Terrell, TX, part of TERRELL ISD. J W Long EL serves approximately 745 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. J W Long EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,637 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for J W Long EL show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 27% 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 J W Long 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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J W Long EL — Students at J W Long EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.7%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How J W Long EL Compares
See how J W Long 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
300 CREEKSIDE DR, Terrell, TX 75160
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J W Long EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 9.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRIFFIN EL (rated 7.5/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Forney), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HENDERSON EL (rated 7.3/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Forney), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Terrell, see our Terrell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TERRELL H S Terrell | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| DR BRUCE WOOD EL Terrell | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Terrell | 1.0 mi | — |
| TISD CHILD & ADOLESCENT SCHOOL Terrell | 1.4 mi | — |
| HERMAN FURLOUGH JR MIDDLE Terrell | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| TERRELL ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER/PHOENIX SCH Terrell | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Terrell | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| W H BURNETT EL Terrell | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| GILBERT WILLIE SR EL Terrell | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| POETRY COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Terrell | 4.8 mi | 7.3 |
| BROWN MIDDLE Forney | 7.7 mi | 3.9 |
| NORTH FORNEY H S Forney | 7.7 mi | 4.5 |
| SMITH INT Forney | 7.8 mi | 4.2 |
| BLACKBURN EL Forney | 8.0 mi | 7.0 |
| FORNEY LEARNING ACADEMY Forney | 8.0 mi | — |
| WILLETT EL Forney | 8.9 mi | 6.5 |
| GRIFFIN EL Forney | 9.1 mi | 7.5 |
| HENDERSON EL Forney | 9.7 mi | 7.3 |
| CROSBY EL Forney | 9.7 mi | 3.5 |
| KAUFMAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kaufman | 11.6 mi | 5.0 |
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 J W Long EL
What grades does J W Long EL serve?
J W Long EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend J W Long EL?
J W Long EL has an enrollment of approximately 745 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J W Long EL?
The student-teacher ratio at J W Long EL is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J W Long EL rank in TX?
J W Long EL ranks #4,637 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is J W Long EL's MySchoolScout rating?
J W Long 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 J W Long EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J W Long EL has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is J W Long EL a charter school?
No, J W Long EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J W Long EL a Title I school?
No, J W Long EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J W Long EL?
82.7% of students at J W Long 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
- 745
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Kaufman County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (972) 563-1448
Resources & Links
District
TERRELL ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,255
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,694
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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