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Tatum EL
Elementary School · FARMERSVILLE ISD
405 N WASHINGTON ST, Farmersville, TX 75442
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,961 of 8,552
In Farmersville
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
FARMERSVILLE ISD
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Tatum EL
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About Tatum EL
Tatum EL is a public elementary school in Farmersville, TX, part of FARMERSVILLE ISD. Tatum EL serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Tatum EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #5,961 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Tatum 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Tatum EL Compares
See how Tatum 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
405 N WASHINGTON ST, Farmersville, TX 75442
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tatum EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLAND EL (rated 8.3/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Merit), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLUE RIDGE EL (rated 7.8/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Blue Ridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCCLENDON EL (rated 6.8/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Nevada), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Farmersville, see our Farmersville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FARMERSVILLE INT Farmersville | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| FARMERSVILLE H S Farmersville | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| FARMERSVILLE J H Farmersville | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| KI CHARTER - FARMERSVILLE Farmersville | 4.1 mi | — |
| BLAND H S Merit | 4.8 mi | 8.6 |
| BLAND EL Merit | 6.4 mi | 8.3 |
| BLAND MIDDLE Merit | 6.4 mi | 8.1 |
| LELAND E EDGE MIDDLE Nevada | 7.3 mi | 4.0 |
| MCCLENDON EL Nevada | 7.4 mi | 6.8 |
| COMMUNITY H S Nevada | 7.7 mi | 5.2 |
| LOVELADY H S Princeton | 7.1 mi | 4.8 |
| PRINCETON H S Princeton | 7.2 mi | 5.3 |
| CLARK MIDDLE Princeton | 7.5 mi | 7.2 |
| GODWIN EL Princeton | 7.7 mi | 4.9 |
| CANUP EARLY CHILDHOOD Princeton | 7.7 mi | 3.6 |
| JOHN & BARBARA RODERICK EL Nevada | 9.0 mi | 4.6 |
| LACY EL Princeton | 8.0 mi | 5.4 |
| BLUE RIDGE MIDDLE Blue Ridge | 9.7 mi | 6.7 |
| BLUE RIDGE H S Blue Ridge | 10.0 mi | 6.9 |
| BLUE RIDGE EL Blue Ridge | 10.0 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75442 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,591
Median Home Value
$330,000
Median Rent
$1,501/mo
Population
10,567
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
36.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tatum EL
What grades does Tatum EL serve?
Tatum EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Tatum EL?
Tatum EL has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tatum EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Tatum EL is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tatum EL rank in TX?
Tatum EL ranks #5,961 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Tatum EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Tatum EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Tatum EL a charter school?
No, Tatum EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tatum EL a Title I school?
No, Tatum EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tatum EL?
63.3% of students at Tatum 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 553
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Collin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.7%
- Phone
- (972) 782-7251
Resources & Links
District
FARMERSVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 2,236
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,284
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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