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Below Average

#6866 of 8,552 schools in TX

Based on limited data

John & Barbara Roderick EL

Elementary School · COMMUNITY ISD

P O BOX 400, Nevada, TX 75173

Enrollment

752

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,866 of 8,552

In Nevada

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

COMMUNITY ISD

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John & Barbara Roderick EL

4.6/10

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

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About John & Barbara Roderick EL

John & Barbara Roderick EL is a public elementary school in Nevada, TX, part of COMMUNITY ISD. John & Barbara Roderick EL serves approximately 752 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John & Barbara Roderick EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,866 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for John & Barbara Roderick EL show 31% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

John & Barbara Roderick EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics5.1Average60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,716
Chronic Absenteeism17.6%

John & Barbara Roderick EL — Students at John & Barbara Roderick EL score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 31.0% (2024 STAAR)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (2024 STAAR)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

How John & Barbara Roderick EL Compares

See how John & Barbara Roderick EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
20th percentile in TX
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

Location

P O BOX 400, Nevada, TX 75173

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John & Barbara Roderick EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KATHRYN GRIFFIS EL (rated 8.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Caddo Mills), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANCES AND JEANNETTE LEE EL (rated 8.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Caddo Mills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDUCATION CENTER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 3 (rated 7.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Mesquite), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nevada, see our Nevada schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
OUIDA BALEY MIDDLE Royse City 4.2 mi 4.5
COMMUNITY H S Nevada 3.6 mi 5.2
DAVIS EL Royse City 4.3 mi 7.2
KATHRYN GRIFFIS EL Caddo Mills 3.8 mi 8.2
RUTH CHERRY EL Royse City 4.5 mi 7.5
GLENDA ARNOLD EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTER Royse City 4.5 mi
LELAND E EDGE MIDDLE Nevada 3.8 mi 4.0
MCCLENDON EL Nevada 3.9 mi 6.8
ROYSE CITY H S Royse City 5.1 mi 5.7
W R (BILL) FORT EL Royse City 5.4 mi 6.4
CADDO MILLS INT Caddo Mills 4.6 mi 6.8
FRANCES AND JEANNETTE LEE EL Caddo Mills 4.6 mi 8.2
CADDO MILLS MIDDLE Caddo Mills 4.8 mi 7.6
CADDO MILLS H S Caddo Mills 4.8 mi 8.4
EDUCATION CENTER INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 3 Mesquite 5.6 mi 7.7
ANITA SCOTT EL Royse City 6.4 mi 7.1
KI CHARTER - FARMERSVILLE Farmersville 6.8 mi
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) ROYSE CITY EL Dallas 6.9 mi 7.7
BOBBY SUMMERS MIDDLE Royse City 7.8 mi 7.3
MISS MAY VERNON EL Royse City 7.9 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75173 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,373

Median Home Value

$322,000

Median Rent

$1,396/mo

Population

9,284

College Educated

20.5%

Homeownership

93.3%

Avg Commute

44.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

36.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John & Barbara Roderick EL

What grades does John & Barbara Roderick EL serve?

John & Barbara Roderick EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend John & Barbara Roderick EL?

John & Barbara Roderick EL has an enrollment of approximately 752 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John & Barbara Roderick EL?

The student-teacher ratio at John & Barbara Roderick EL is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John & Barbara Roderick EL rank in TX?

John & Barbara Roderick EL ranks #6,866 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is John & Barbara Roderick EL's MySchoolScout rating?

John & Barbara Roderick EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 John & Barbara Roderick EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John & Barbara Roderick EL has 31% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).

Is John & Barbara Roderick EL a charter school?

No, John & Barbara Roderick EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John & Barbara Roderick EL a Title I school?

No, John & Barbara Roderick EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John & Barbara Roderick EL?

58.2% of students at John & Barbara Roderick 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
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
752
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Collin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

District

COMMUNITY ISD
District Enrollment
4,628
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,716
District Rank
#4 of 5

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