Excellent
#713 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 8% in state
Sivells Bend EL
Elementary School · SIVELLS BEND ISD
1053 CR 403, Gainesville, TX 76240
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#713 of 8,552
In Gainesville
#1 of 9
public schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Sivells Bend EL
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About Sivells Bend EL
Sivells Bend EL is a public elementary school in Gainesville, TX, part of SIVELLS BEND ISD. Sivells Bend EL serves approximately 74 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sivells Bend EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #713 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sivells Bend EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 74 students, Sivells Bend EL is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Sivells Bend EL sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Sivells Bend EL — Students at Sivells Bend EL score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.9%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.6/10.
How Sivells Bend EL Compares
See how Sivells Bend EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1053 CR 403, Gainesville, TX 76240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sivells Bend EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MUENSTER EL (rated 8.8/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Muenster), with a very similar rating. Another option is THACKERVILLE ES (rated 7.4/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Thackerville), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 16.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THACKERVILLE HS Thackerville | 6.7 mi | 7.1 |
| THACKERVILLE MS Thackerville | 6.7 mi | 7.8 |
| THACKERVILLE ES Thackerville | 6.8 mi | 7.4 |
| MARIETTA HS Marietta | 7.2 mi | 7.0 |
| MARIETTA MS Marietta | 7.2 mi | 3.7 |
| MARIETTA ES Marietta | 7.3 mi | 6.1 |
| TURNER ES Burneyville | 7.4 mi | 5.3 |
| TURNER HS Burneyville | 7.4 mi | 8.2 |
| WALNUT BEND EL Gainesville | 10.9 mi | 4.8 |
| LINDSAY EL Lindsay | 15.9 mi | 7.3 |
| LINDSAY H S Lindsay | 15.9 mi | 8.2 |
| GAINESVILLE INT Gainesville | 15.9 mi | 4.2 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 16.7 mi | 7.4 |
| MUENSTER EL Muenster | 16.7 mi | 8.8 |
| MUENSTER H S Muenster | 16.8 mi | 7.6 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Muenster | 17.0 mi | 6.4 |
| DAEP Gainesville | 17.4 mi | — |
| EDISON EL Gainesville | 17.8 mi | 4.2 |
| GAINESVILLE J H Gainesville | 18.1 mi | 5.6 |
| CALLISBURG H S Callisburg | 16.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 76240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,056
Median Home Value
$207,600
Median Rent
$1,105/mo
Population
29,271
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
39.2
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|---|---|
| FIRST PROTESTANT CHURCH SCHOOL New Braunfels, TX | 8.6 |
| VYSEHRAD EL Hallettsville, TX | 8.6 |
| ARCHGATE MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Plano, TX | 8.7 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC CLASSICAL SCHOOL Richardson, TX | 8.5 |
| FRISCO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Frisco, TX | 8.8 |
| CHESTER EL Chester, TX | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sivells Bend EL
What grades does Sivells Bend EL serve?
Sivells Bend EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sivells Bend EL?
Sivells Bend EL has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sivells Bend EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Sivells Bend EL is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sivells Bend EL rank in TX?
Sivells Bend EL ranks #713 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sivells Bend EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Sivells Bend EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Sivells Bend EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sivells Bend EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sivells Bend EL a charter school?
No, Sivells Bend EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sivells Bend EL a Title I school?
No, Sivells Bend EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sivells Bend EL?
41.9% of students at Sivells Bend 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 74
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Cooke County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.4%
- Phone
- (940) 665-6411
Resources & Links
District
SIVELLS BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 74
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,643
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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