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Stark EL

Elementary School · CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD

12400 JOSEY LN, Farmers Branch, TX 75234

Enrollment

701

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,147 of 8,552

In Farmers Branch

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#27 of 38

CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Stark EL

5.8/10

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

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About Stark EL

Stark EL is a public elementary school in Farmers Branch, TX, part of CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD. Stark EL serves approximately 701 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Stark EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,147 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Stark EL show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.7 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,227
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Stark EL — Students at Stark EL score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 72.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 73.0% (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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
93%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
86%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
48.6%
2024
Math
44%
ELA
58%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Stark EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in TX
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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

12400 JOSEY LN, Farmers Branch, TX 75234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stark EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLAIR EL (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EVERETTE LEE DEGOLYER EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARRY C WITHERS EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Farmers Branch, see our Farmers Branch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MARCUS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas 0.9 mi 4.4
FARMERS BRANCH EL Farmers Branch 0.9 mi 6.9
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS Farmers Branch 0.9 mi
CHAPEL HILL PREPARATORY-A PERSONALIZED LRNING SCH Dallas 0.9 mi 6.7
FIELD MIDDLE Farmers Branch 1.0 mi 6.6
MARY IMMACULATE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Farmers Branch 1.4 mi 6.3
BLAIR EL Farmers Branch 1.5 mi 9.0
EVERETTE LEE DEGOLYER EL Dallas 1.4 mi 8.6
ARBORCREEK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Farmers Branch 1.8 mi
ARBORCREEK MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas 1.8 mi
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH Farmers Branch 1.8 mi 3.7
MCLAUGHLIN STRICKLAND EL Farmers Branch 2.0 mi 5.1
F P CAILLET EL Dallas 2.0 mi 6.5
THOMAS C MARSH MIDDLE Dallas 1.8 mi 5.0
CENTRAL EL Carrollton 2.1 mi 5.0
TURNER H S Carrollton 2.2 mi 5.4
EARLY COLLEGE H S Dallas 2.0 mi 7.9
TOM C GOOCH EL Dallas 2.1 mi 7.4
BRIDGEWAY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Dallas 2.2 mi 6.2
HARRY C WITHERS EL Dallas 2.3 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,585

Median Home Value

$314,300

Median Rent

$1,730/mo

Population

32,998

College Educated

41.9%

Homeownership

54.8%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stark EL

What grades does Stark EL serve?

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

How many students attend Stark EL?

Stark EL has an enrollment of approximately 701 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stark EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Stark EL is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stark EL rank in TX?

Stark EL ranks #5,147 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Stark EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Stark EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Stark EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stark EL has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Stark EL a charter school?

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

Is Stark EL a Title I school?

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

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

58.6% of students at Stark 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD
District Enrollment
24,386
Schools in District
40
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,227
District Rank
#27 of 38

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