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Jack Taylor EL

Elementary School · BURLESON ISD

400 N E ALSBURY BLVD, Burleson, TX 76028

Enrollment

526

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,456 of 8,552

In Burleson

#16 of 20

public schools

In district

#14 of 18

BURLESON ISD

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Jack Taylor EL

5.6/10

Elementary School in Burleson · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jack Taylor EL

Jack Taylor EL is a public elementary school in Burleson, TX, part of BURLESON ISD. Jack Taylor EL serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Jack Taylor EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,456 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Jack Taylor EL show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Jack Taylor 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 Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,162
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

Jack Taylor EL — Students at Jack Taylor EL score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 55.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 59.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
73%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
31.5%
ELA
44.9%
2024
Math
31%
ELA
39%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Jack Taylor EL Compares

See how Jack Taylor EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in TX
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

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

400 N E ALSBURY BLVD, Burleson, TX 76028

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jack Taylor EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JUDY HAJEK EL (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOUND EL (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACADEMY AT NOLA DUNN (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Burleson, see our Burleson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
JUDY HAJEK EL Burleson 0.6 mi 7.3
PATHWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Burleson 0.9 mi
MOUND EL Burleson 0.9 mi 7.3
HUGHES MIDDLE Burleson 1.0 mi 4.7
BOULEVARD BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burleson 1.1 mi 5.7
GAME DEVELOPMENT DESIGN SCHOOL AT BURLESON ISD Burleson 1.4 mi 6.0
DEER CREEK EL Crowley 1.3 mi 6.3
BURLESON COLLEGIATE H S Burleson 1.5 mi 7.2
ACADEMY AT NOLA DUNN Burleson 1.5 mi 7.3
NAZARENE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Crowley 1.5 mi 6.7
FRAZIER EL Burleson 1.6 mi 7.0
STEAM MIDDLE Burleson 1.8 mi 8.0
CROSSROADS H S Burleson 2.0 mi 4.7
NORWOOD EL Burleson 2.1 mi 5.9
BURLESON H S Burleson 2.2 mi 6.3
IRENE CLINKSCALE EL Burleson 2.3 mi 6.9
BURLESON CENTENNIAL H S Burleson 2.3 mi 5.1
H F STEVENS MIDDLE Crowley 2.6 mi 5.5
RICHARD BRANSOM EL Burleson 2.6 mi 7.3
BESS RACE EL Crowley 2.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76028 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,125

Median Home Value

$294,500

Median Rent

$1,691/mo

Population

78,699

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

76.4%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jack Taylor EL

What grades does Jack Taylor EL serve?

Jack Taylor EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Jack Taylor EL?

Jack Taylor EL has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jack Taylor EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Jack Taylor EL is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jack Taylor EL rank in TX?

Jack Taylor EL ranks #5,456 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Jack Taylor EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Jack Taylor EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Jack Taylor EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jack Taylor EL has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Jack Taylor EL a charter school?

No, Jack Taylor EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jack Taylor EL a Title I school?

No, Jack Taylor EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jack Taylor EL?

73.8% of students at Jack Taylor 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

District

BURLESON ISD
District Enrollment
12,718
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,162
District Rank
#14 of 18

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