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#4130 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 48% in state
O Henry EL
Elementary School · RICHARDSON ISD
4100 TYNES DR, Garland, TX 75042
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,130 of 8,552
In Garland
#21 of 67
public schools
In district
#30 of 54
RICHARDSON ISD
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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O Henry EL
Elementary School in Garland · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About O Henry EL
O Henry EL is a public elementary school in Garland, TX, part of RICHARDSON ISD. O Henry EL serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. O Henry EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,130 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for O Henry EL show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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O Henry EL — Students at O Henry EL score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.2%
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: 5.5/10.
How O Henry EL Compares
See how O Henry 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
4100 TYNES DR, Garland, TX 75042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O Henry EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WALNUT GLEN ACAD FOR EXCEL (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEAVER TECHNOLOGY CENTER (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRADFIELD EL (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garland, see our Garland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRADFIELD EL Garland | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BERKNER H S Richardson | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SPRINGRIDGE EL Richardson | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BULLOCK EL Garland | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| LIBERTY J H Dallas | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| FORESTRIDGE EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| JACKSON TECHNOLOGY CENTER Garland | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richardson | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| BEAVER TECHNOLOGY CENTER Garland | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| JESS HARBEN EL Richardson | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| DAVIS EL Garland | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - DALLAS Dallas | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| WALNUT GLEN ACAD FOR EXCEL Garland | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| AUTISM TREATMENT CENTER DAY SCHOOL PROGRAM Dallas | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - DALLAS NORTH Dallas | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| AUDELIA CREEK EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 2.3 |
| MARK TWAIN EL Richardson | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| APOLLO J H Richardson | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| DARTMOUTH EL Richardson | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| AIKIN EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,531
Median Home Value
$221,300
Median Rent
$1,336/mo
Population
38,040
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
58.6%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
34.2
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| ANN WHITNEY EL Hamilton, TX | 6.5 |
| ARNOLDO CANTU SR EL San Juan, TX | 6.5 |
| ATLANTA PRI Atlanta, TX | 6.5 |
| AUSTIN EL Harlingen, TX | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O Henry EL
What grades does O Henry EL serve?
O Henry EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend O Henry EL?
O Henry EL has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O Henry EL?
The student-teacher ratio at O Henry EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O Henry EL rank in TX?
O Henry EL ranks #4,130 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is O Henry EL's MySchoolScout rating?
O Henry EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 O Henry EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O Henry EL has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is O Henry EL a charter school?
No, O Henry EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O Henry EL a Title I school?
No, O Henry EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O Henry EL?
86.2% of students at O Henry 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.5%
- Phone
- (469) 593-8200
Resources & Links
District
RICHARDSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,085
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,101
- District Rank
- #30 of 54
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