Excellent
#892 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 10% in state
John W Armstrong EL
Elementary School · GARLAND ISD
4750 BEN DAVIS RD, Sachse, TX 75048
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#892 of 8,552
In Sachse
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#6 of 75
GARLAND ISD
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About John W Armstrong EL
John W Armstrong EL is a public elementary school in Sachse, TX, part of GARLAND ISD. John W Armstrong EL serves approximately 735 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. John W Armstrong EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #892 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for John W Armstrong EL show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 5.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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John W Armstrong EL — Students at John W Armstrong EL score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
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: 8.4/10.
How John W Armstrong EL Compares
See how John W Armstrong 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
4750 BEN DAVIS RD, Sachse, TX 75048
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John W Armstrong EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DON WHITT EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Wylie), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHERI COX EL (rated 9.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Wylie), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, STINSON EL (rated 9.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Richardson), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sachse, see our Sachse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIREWHEEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| SACHSE H S Sachse | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| B G HUDSON MIDDLE Sachse | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ROBERT B SEWELL EL Sachse | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| LUNA EL Garland | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| VERNAL LISTER EL Garland | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| DON WHITT EL Wylie | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| MILLER EL Richardson | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - GARLAND Garland | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - GARLAND Garland | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| CHERI COX EL Wylie | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| ABBETT EL Garland | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| NAAMAN FOREST H S Garland | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| DR AL DRAPER INTERMED Wylie | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| NORTHLAKE EL Garland | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| SCHELL EL Richardson | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| RAYMOND B COOPER J H Wylie | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| WEAVER EL Garland | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| STINSON EL Richardson | 2.9 mi | 9.0 |
| GARLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$129,024
Median Home Value
$366,000
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
29,600
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
85.1%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
40.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John W Armstrong EL
What grades does John W Armstrong EL serve?
John W Armstrong EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John W Armstrong EL?
John W Armstrong EL has an enrollment of approximately 735 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John W Armstrong EL?
The student-teacher ratio at John W Armstrong EL is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John W Armstrong EL rank in TX?
John W Armstrong EL ranks #892 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is John W Armstrong EL's MySchoolScout rating?
John W Armstrong EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 W Armstrong EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John W Armstrong EL has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John W Armstrong EL a charter school?
No, John W Armstrong EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John W Armstrong EL a Title I school?
No, John W Armstrong EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John W Armstrong EL?
42.9% of students at John W Armstrong 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
- 735
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.1%
- Phone
- (972) 414-7480
Resources & Links
District
GARLAND ISD- District Enrollment
- 51,659
- Schools in District
- 78
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,534
- District Rank
- #6 of 75
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