Very Good
#1797 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 21% in state
Rainwater EL
Elementary School · CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
1408 E FRANKFORD, Carrollton, TX 75007
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,797 of 8,552
In Carrollton
#9 of 40
public schools
In district
#7 of 38
CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Rainwater EL
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About Rainwater EL
Rainwater EL is a public elementary school in Carrollton, TX, part of CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD. Rainwater EL serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Rainwater EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,797 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Rainwater EL show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Rainwater EL — Students at Rainwater EL score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.3%
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: 6.9/10.
How Rainwater EL Compares
See how Rainwater 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
1408 E FRANKFORD, Carrollton, TX 75007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rainwater EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MCCOY EL (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KENT EL (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROSEMEADE EL (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carrollton, see our Carrollton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CREEKVIEW H S Carrollton | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ROSEMEADE EL Carrollton | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| BLALACK MIDDLE Carrollton | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - CARROLLTON Carrollton | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| KENT EL Carrollton | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - CARROLLTON Carrollton | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| DAVIS EL Carrollton | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| MCCOY EL Carrollton | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| HOLY COVENANT EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Carrollton | 1.3 mi | — |
| SMITH H S Carrollton | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| OAK CREST PRIVATE SCHOOL Carrollton | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY- CARROLLTON Lewisville | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| BLANTON EL Carrollton | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| THOMPSON EL Carrollton | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| MONA MONTESSORI ACADEMY Carrollton | 1.6 mi | — |
| HOMESTEAD EL Carrollton | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| GOOD EL Carrollton | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| THE ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Carrollton | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| STEM ACADEMY AT POLSER EL Carrollton | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| HEBRON VALLEY EL Carrollton | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,692
Median Home Value
$360,100
Median Rent
$1,656/mo
Population
55,050
College Educated
43.4%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
40.1
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| ARDEN ROAD EL Amarillo, TX | 7.8 |
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| BIG SPRINGS EL Garland, TX | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rainwater EL
What grades does Rainwater EL serve?
Rainwater EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rainwater EL?
Rainwater EL has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rainwater EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Rainwater 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 Rainwater EL rank in TX?
Rainwater EL ranks #1,797 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Rainwater EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Rainwater EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Rainwater EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rainwater EL has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rainwater EL a charter school?
No, Rainwater EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rainwater EL a Title I school?
No, Rainwater EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rainwater EL?
53.3% of students at Rainwater 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
- 351
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Denton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.0%
- Phone
- (972) 968-2800
Resources & Links
District
CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,227
- District Rank
- #7 of 38
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