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#580 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 7% in state

Rann EL

Elementary School · DECATUR ISD

1300 DEER PARK RD, Decatur, TX 76234

Enrollment

502

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Decatur

#2 of 6

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#318 of 4,678

In district

#2 of 6

DECATUR ISD

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About Rann EL

Rann EL is a public elementary school in Decatur, TX, part of the DECATUR ISD. The school serves approximately 502 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 93.2th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 40% proficiency in math and 46% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $88,083, where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a distant town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+0.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42%
Reading/ELA Proficiency44%
Overall Proficiency43%
Expected (poverty-adj.)38%
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,982

Rann EL — Students at Rann EL score 43% 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

62.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 39.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
42%
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: 9.2/10.

How Rann EL Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
93th percentile in TX
Academic
7.8/10
7.8/10
Growth
9.2/10
Above average
Environment
7.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers

Location

1300 DEER PARK RD, Decatur, TX 76234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rann EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARADISE INT (rated 8.8/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Paradise), which scores slightly higher. Another option is YOUNG EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BOYD EL (rated 8.4/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Boyd), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MCCARROLL MIDDLE Decatur 0.4 mi 5.0
STEM ACADEMY AT ENIS EL Decatur 0.6 mi 5.2
DECATUR H S Decatur 1.8 mi 6.6
YOUNG EL Decatur 2.5 mi 8.7
CARSON EL Decatur 2.2 mi 7.3
PARADISE H S Paradise 7.5 mi 7.0
PARADISE MIDDLE Paradise 7.5 mi 7.9
PARADISE INT Paradise 7.6 mi 8.8
PARADISE EL Paradise 7.7 mi 6.3
BRIDGEPORT H S Bridgeport 7.6 mi 7.8
BRIDGEPORT MIDDLE Bridgeport 8.4 mi 8.2
BRIDGEPORT INT Bridgeport 8.5 mi 7.9
BRIDGEPORT EL Bridgeport 8.6 mi 6.8
BOYD H S Boyd 10.6 mi 8.2
BOYD MIDDLE Boyd 10.7 mi 7.2
BOYD INT Boyd 10.7 mi 5.8
BOYD EL Boyd 10.7 mi 8.4
ALVORD H S Alvord 10.6 mi 8.2
ALVORD EL Alvord 10.8 mi 8.1
ALVORD MIDDLE Alvord 10.8 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,083

Median Home Value

$304,300

Median Rent

$1,358/mo

Population

20,912

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

80.6%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

40.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Rann EL has a median household income of $88,083. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $304,300, with a median rent of $1,358/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BIRDWELL SCHOOL Tyler, TX 8.4
BLUE RIDGE EL Blue Ridge, TX 8.4
BOYD EL Boyd, TX 8.4
C T EDDINS EL Mckinney, TX 8.4
CALDWELL ARTS ACADEMY Tyler, TX 8.4
CASTLE HILLS EL San Antonio, TX 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rann EL

What grades does Rann EL serve?

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

How many students attend Rann EL?

Rann EL has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rann EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Rann EL is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rann EL rank in TX?

Rann EL is ranked #580 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Rann EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Rann EL has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Rann EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Rann EL has 39.5% math proficiency and 45.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Rann EL a charter school?

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

Is Rann EL a Title I school?

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

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

62.9% of students at Rann 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,946/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Decatur). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Wise County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

DECATUR ISD
District Enrollment
3,811
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,241
District Rank
#2 of 6

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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