Needs Improvement
#8311 of 8,552 schools in TX
Life School Cedar Hill
Elementary School · LIFE SCHOOL
132 E OVILLA RD STE A, Red Oak, TX 75154
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,311 of 8,552
In Red Oak
#14 of 15
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
LIFE SCHOOL
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Life School Cedar Hill
Elementary School in Red Oak · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Life School Cedar Hill
Life School Cedar Hill is a public elementary school in Red Oak, TX, part of LIFE SCHOOL. Life School Cedar Hill serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Life School Cedar Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,311 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Life School Cedar Hill show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Life School Cedar Hill is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Life School Cedar Hill — Students at Life School Cedar Hill score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 1.9/10.
How Life School Cedar Hill Compares
See how Life School Cedar Hill 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
132 E OVILLA RD STE A, Red Oak, TX 75154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Life School Cedar Hill may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UME PREPARATORY ACADEMY - DUNCANVILLE (rated 7.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Duncanville), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGH POINTE EL (rated 4.4/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Cedar Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIGHLANDS EL (rated 4.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Cedar Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Red Oak, see our Red Oak schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH POINTE EL Cedar Hill | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| NOVA ACADEMY CEDAR HILL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 2.5 |
| NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL AT CEDAR HILL Arlington | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| CLINT Q SMITH EL Duncanville | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| H BOB DANIEL SR INT Duncanville | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| S GUS ALEXANDER JR EL Duncanville | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| G W KENNEMER MIDDLE Dallas | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| BROWNS EARLY DISCOVERY SCHOOL Duncanville | 1.8 mi | — |
| CHARLES ACTON LEADERSHP ACADEMY Dallas | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| WILLIAM H BYRD MIDDLE Duncanville | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| VILLAGE TECH SCHOOLS Duncanville | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| BESSIE COLEMAN MIDDLE Cedar Hill | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| HIGHLANDS EL Cedar Hill | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| CEDAR HILL COLLEGIATE H S Cedar Hill | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| CEDAR HILL COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Cedar Hill | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| WATERFORD OAKS EL Cedar Hill | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| CEDAR HILL H S Cedar Hill | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| WILLIAM LEE HASTINGS EL Duncanville | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| UME PREPARATORY ACADEMY - DUNCANVILLE Duncanville | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| GRACE R BRANDENBURG INT Duncanville | 2.5 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,150
Median Home Value
$296,000
Median Rent
$1,446/mo
Population
50,178
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| CALDWOOD EL Beaumont, TX | 2.9 |
| CODY EL San Antonio, TX | 2.9 |
| COPPELL TAMIL LEARNING CENTER Coppell, TX | 2.9 |
| FRANK MADLA EL San Antonio, TX | 2.9 |
| GONZALES EL Odessa, TX | 2.9 |
| JONES EL Midland, TX | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Life School Cedar Hill
What grades does Life School Cedar Hill serve?
Life School Cedar Hill serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Life School Cedar Hill?
Life School Cedar Hill has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Life School Cedar Hill?
The student-teacher ratio at Life School Cedar Hill is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Life School Cedar Hill rank in TX?
Life School Cedar Hill ranks #8,311 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Life School Cedar Hill's MySchoolScout rating?
Life School Cedar Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Life School Cedar Hill?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Life School Cedar Hill has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Life School Cedar Hill a charter school?
Yes, Life School Cedar Hill is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Life School Cedar Hill a Title I school?
No, Life School Cedar Hill is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Life School Cedar Hill?
72.9% of students at Life School Cedar Hill 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (972) 293-2825
Resources & Links
District
LIFE SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 5,734
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,430
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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