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#4913 of 8,552 schools in TX
Mcwhorter EL
Elementary School · MESQUITE ISD
1700 HICKORY TREE RD, Mesquite, TX 75149
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,913 of 8,552
In Mesquite
#26 of 50
public schools
In district
#22 of 50
MESQUITE ISD
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Mcwhorter EL
Elementary School in Mesquite · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mcwhorter EL
Mcwhorter EL is a public elementary school in Mesquite, TX, part of MESQUITE ISD. Mcwhorter EL serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcwhorter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,913 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Mcwhorter EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Mcwhorter EL — Students at Mcwhorter EL score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
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: 4.5/10.
How Mcwhorter EL Compares
See how Mcwhorter 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
1700 HICKORY TREE RD, Mesquite, TX 75149
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcwhorter EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) MESQUITE EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SEABOURN EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mesquite, see our Mesquite schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Balch Springs | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| MOSS EL Mesquite | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| SEABOURN EL Mesquite | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| FLOYD EL Blach Springs | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| JOHN W RUNYON EL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST Dallas | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| LANNY FRASIER MIDDLE Mesquite | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| WEST MESQUITE H S Mesquite | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) MESQUITE EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM ACADEMY AT BALCH SPRINGS MIDDL Balch Springs | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| MESQUITE BAPTIST ACADEMY Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FRED F FLORENCE Dallas | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF MESQUITE Lewisville | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| GALLOWAY EL Mesquite | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| C P PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mesquite | 1.7 mi | — |
| CALVARY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mesquite | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| HANBY EL Mesquite | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| AGNEW MIDDLE Mesquite | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| GRAY EL Balch Springs | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - PLEASANT GROVE Dallas | 1.9 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,629
Median Home Value
$207,500
Median Rent
$1,408/mo
Population
58,849
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
34.1
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| BELLAIRE EL Hurst, TX | 6.0 |
| BETTS EL Edinburg, TX | 6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcwhorter EL
What grades does Mcwhorter EL serve?
Mcwhorter EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mcwhorter EL?
Mcwhorter EL has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcwhorter EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcwhorter EL is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mcwhorter EL rank in TX?
Mcwhorter EL ranks #4,913 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Mcwhorter EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Mcwhorter EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Mcwhorter EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcwhorter EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mcwhorter EL a charter school?
No, Mcwhorter EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcwhorter EL a Title I school?
No, Mcwhorter EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mcwhorter EL?
95.2% of students at Mcwhorter 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
- 541
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (972) 882-7020
Resources & Links
District
MESQUITE ISD- District Enrollment
- 38,265
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,223
- District Rank
- #22 of 50
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