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Price EL

Elementary School · MESQUITE ISD

630 STROUD LN, Garland, TX 75043

Enrollment

327

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,914 of 8,552

In Garland

#26 of 67

public schools

In district

#23 of 50

MESQUITE ISD

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Price EL

6.0/10

Elementary School in Garland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Price EL

Price EL is a public elementary school in Garland, TX, part of MESQUITE ISD. Price EL serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Price EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #4,914 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Price EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,223
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Price EL — Students at Price EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 55.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
29.6%
ELA
41.4%
2024
Math
43%
ELA
44%

* 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 Price EL Compares

See how Price EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in TX
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

630 STROUD LN, Garland, TX 75043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Price EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CLASSICAL CENTER AT VIAL EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTHGATE STEM EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIMBALL EL (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Mesquite), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Garland, see our Garland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
NEW WORLD UNITED METHODIST DCC Garland 0.8 mi 5.2
HEATHER GLEN EL Garland 0.9 mi 4.8
O'BANION MIDDLE Garland 0.9 mi 5.1
MONTCLAIR EL Garland 1.1 mi 4.4
CLASSICAL CENTER AT VIAL EL Garland 1.1 mi 8.3
SHANDS EL Mesquite 1.3 mi 5.6
CLASSICAL CENTER AT BRANDENBURG MIDDLE Garland 1.5 mi 7.1
FLORENCE EL Mesquite 1.6 mi 5.5
APPLESEED ACADEMY Mesquite 1.7 mi
HANDLEY STEM EL Garland 1.6 mi 6.9
HANDLEY EL Garland 1.6 mi 6.5
S GARLAND H S Garland 1.8 mi 4.4
KIDS DISCOVERY ACADEMY INC. Mesquite 1.8 mi 6.6
PORTER EL Mesquite 1.8 mi 6.1
VANSTON MIDDLE Mesquite 1.8 mi 6.1
SOUTHGATE STEM EL Garland 1.9 mi 7.3
SOUTHGATE EL Garland 1.9 mi 3.3
KIMBALL EL Mesquite 2.1 mi 7.0
KIMBROUGH MIDDLE Mesquite 2.1 mi 6.4
CENTERVILLE EL Garland 2.1 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,454

Median Home Value

$253,300

Median Rent

$1,467/mo

Population

63,733

College Educated

24.6%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Price EL

What grades does Price EL serve?

Price EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Price EL?

Price EL has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Price EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Price EL is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Price EL rank in TX?

Price EL ranks #4,914 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Price EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Price 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 Price EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Price EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Price EL a charter school?

No, Price EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Price EL a Title I school?

No, Price EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Price EL?

86.2% of students at Price 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

MESQUITE ISD
District Enrollment
38,265
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,223
District Rank
#23 of 50

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