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#5080 of 8,552 schools in TX
Red Oak EL
Elementary School · RED OAK ISD
P O BOX 9000, Red Oak, TX 75154
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
523
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,080 of 8,552
In Red Oak
#7 of 15
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
RED OAK ISD
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Red Oak EL
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About Red Oak EL
Red Oak EL is a public elementary school in Red Oak, TX, part of RED OAK ISD. Red Oak EL serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Oak EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,080 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Red Oak EL show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Red Oak EL — Students at Red Oak EL score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.3%
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: 4.4/10.
How Red Oak EL Compares
See how Red Oak 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
P O BOX 9000, Red Oak, TX 75154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Oak EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Desoto), which scores notably higher. Another option is EASTRIDGE EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOODEN EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Red Oak, see our Red Oak schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RED OAK H S Red Oak | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| WOODEN EL Red Oak | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| RED OAK MIDDLE Red Oak | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| EASTRIDGE EL Red Oak | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| LIFE SCHOOL RED OAK Red Oak | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| RUSSELL P SCHUPMANN EL Red Oak | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY Desoto | 4.1 mi | 8.9 |
| SHACKELFORD EL Waxahachie | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| LIFE SCHOOL LANCASTER Red Oak | 4.3 mi | 1.8 |
| TURNING POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Desoto | 4.3 mi | — |
| LIFE MIDDLE WAXAHACHIE Red Oak | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SHIELDS EL Red Oak | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| LIFE H S WAXAHACHIE Red Oak | 4.7 mi | 6.2 |
| BELT LINE EL Lancaster | 5.1 mi | 6.9 |
| WOODRIDGE EL Desoto | 5.1 mi | 2.3 |
| ROSA PARKS/MILLBROOK EL Lancaster | 5.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ROLLING HILLS EL Lancaster | 5.5 mi | 5.3 |
| FRANK D MOATES EL Glenn Heights | 5.0 mi | 2.8 |
| WEST MAIN EL Lancaster | 5.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER MIDDLE Lancaster | 5.8 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,150
Median Home Value
$296,000
Median Rent
$1,446/mo
Population
50,178
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.1
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| BASIS BENBROOK Benbrook, TX | 5.9 |
| BISHOP EL Everman, TX | 5.9 |
| BONNER EL Houston, TX | 5.9 |
| BULLOCK EL Garland, TX | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Oak EL
What grades does Red Oak EL serve?
Red Oak EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Red Oak EL?
Red Oak EL has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Oak EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Red Oak EL is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Red Oak EL rank in TX?
Red Oak EL ranks #5,080 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Red Oak EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Oak EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Red Oak EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Oak EL has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Red Oak EL a charter school?
No, Red Oak EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Oak EL a Title I school?
No, Red Oak EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Oak EL?
62.3% of students at Red Oak 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
- 523
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ellis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.8%
- Phone
- (972) 617-3523
Resources & Links
District
RED OAK ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,592
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,825
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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