Below Average
#7140 of 8,552 schools in TX
Moss EL
Elementary School · MESQUITE ISD
1208 NEW MARKET RD, Mesquite, TX 75149
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,140 of 8,552
In Mesquite
#47 of 50
public schools
In district
#44 of 50
MESQUITE ISD
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Moss EL
Elementary School in Mesquite · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Moss EL
Moss EL is a public elementary school in Mesquite, TX, part of MESQUITE ISD. Moss EL serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Moss EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #7,140 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Moss EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Moss EL — Students at Moss EL score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
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: 3.1/10.
How Moss EL Compares
See how Moss 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
1208 NEW MARKET RD, Mesquite, TX 75149
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moss EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) MESQUITE EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLACK EL (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesquite, see our Mesquite schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCWHORTER EL Mesquite | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| C P PREPARATORY SCHOOL Mesquite | 1.0 mi | — |
| MESQUITE BAPTIST ACADEMY Mesquite | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) MESQUITE EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Balch Springs | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| AGNEW MIDDLE Mesquite | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| BLACK EL Mesquite | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| HANBY EL Mesquite | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MESQUITE H S Mesquite | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF MESQUITE Lewisville | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| SEABOURN EL Mesquite | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| LANNY FRASIER MIDDLE Mesquite | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| WEST MESQUITE H S Mesquite | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| GALLOWAY EL Mesquite | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST Dallas | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| FLOYD EL Blach Springs | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| JOHN W RUNYON EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| CALVARY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mesquite | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| TISINGER EL Mesquite | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| LEGACY PREP CHARTER ACADEMY MESQUITE WEST CAMPUS Dallas | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
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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| ARP EL Arp, TX | 4.4 |
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| BROWNSBORO EL Brownsboro, TX | 4.4 |
| COLEMAN EL Coleman, TX | 4.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moss EL
What grades does Moss EL serve?
Moss EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Moss EL?
Moss EL has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moss EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Moss EL is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moss EL rank in TX?
Moss EL ranks #7,140 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Moss EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Moss EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Moss EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moss EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Moss EL a charter school?
No, Moss EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moss EL a Title I school?
No, Moss EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moss EL?
85.5% of students at Moss 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
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (972) 882-7130
Resources & Links
District
MESQUITE ISD- District Enrollment
- 38,265
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,223
- District Rank
- #44 of 50
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