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Shorehaven EL

Elementary School · GARLAND ISD

600 SHOREHAVEN DR, Garland, TX 75040

Enrollment

360

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,343 of 8,552

In Garland

#29 of 67

public schools

In district

#31 of 75

GARLAND ISD

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Shorehaven EL

5.7/10

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

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About Shorehaven EL

Shorehaven EL is a public elementary school in Garland, TX, part of GARLAND ISD. Shorehaven EL serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Shorehaven EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,343 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Shorehaven EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.7 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,534
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

Shorehaven EL — Students at Shorehaven EL score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 60.8% (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
94%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
38.1%
2024
Math
44%
ELA
56%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Shorehaven EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in TX
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

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

600 SHOREHAVEN DR, Garland, TX 75040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shorehaven EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILLSIDE ACAD FOR EXCEL (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WATSON TECHNOLOGY CENTER (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garland, see our Garland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SELLERS MIDDLE Garland 0.2 mi 5.6
GARLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland 0.5 mi 5.9
WEAVER EL Garland 0.7 mi 5.3
MOUNT HEBRON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Garland 0.9 mi
NORTHLAKE EL Garland 1.1 mi 4.3
KIMBERLIN ACAD FOR EXCEL Garland 1.3 mi 9.2
AUSTIN ACAD FOR EXCELL Garland 1.5 mi 8.6
BUSSEY MIDDLE Garland 1.3 mi 3.3
FREEMAN EL Garland 1.3 mi 3.4
GARLAND H S Garland 1.4 mi 6.7
HILLSIDE ACAD FOR EXCEL Garland 1.7 mi 8.9
GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Garland 1.5 mi 6.2
EASTSIDE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Garland 1.7 mi
GARLAND AEC Garland 1.8 mi 5.0
VERNAL LISTER EL Garland 1.9 mi 4.5
COOPER EL Garland 1.7 mi 4.1
DAUGHERTY EL Garland 1.9 mi 6.1
HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - GARLAND Garland 1.8 mi 6.8
HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - GARLAND Garland 1.8 mi 5.8
WATSON TECHNOLOGY CENTER Garland 2.2 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,537

Median Home Value

$245,400

Median Rent

$1,670/mo

Population

64,205

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

68.4%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

36.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shorehaven EL

What grades does Shorehaven EL serve?

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

How many students attend Shorehaven EL?

Shorehaven EL has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shorehaven EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Shorehaven EL is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shorehaven EL rank in TX?

Shorehaven EL ranks #5,343 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Shorehaven EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Shorehaven EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Shorehaven EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shorehaven EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Shorehaven EL a charter school?

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

Is Shorehaven EL a Title I school?

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

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

90.0% of students at Shorehaven 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
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

District

GARLAND ISD
District Enrollment
51,659
Schools in District
78
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,534
District Rank
#31 of 75

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