Needs Improvement
#7903 of 8,552 schools in TX
The Meadows EL
Elementary School · DESOTO ISD
1016 THE MEADOWS PKWY, Desoto, TX 75115
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
3.6
Grades
2nd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,903 of 8,552
In Desoto
#9 of 12
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
DESOTO ISD
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The Meadows EL
Elementary School in Desoto · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Meadows EL
The Meadows EL is a public elementary school in Desoto, TX, part of DESOTO ISD. The Meadows EL serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. The Meadows EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #7,903 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for The Meadows EL show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at The Meadows EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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The Meadows EL — Students at The Meadows EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
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: 4.0/10.
How The Meadows EL Compares
See how The Meadows 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
1016 THE MEADOWS PKWY, Desoto, TX 75115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Meadows EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARTIN WEISS EL (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UPLIFT GRADUS PREPARATORY (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Desoto, see our Desoto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER DESOTO H S Desoto | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ROLLING HILLS EL Lancaster | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| WOODRIDGE EL Desoto | 1.6 mi | 2.3 |
| DESOTO PRIVATE SCHOOL Desoto | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| D A HULCY STEAM MIDDLE Dallas | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER MIDDLE Lancaster | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER EL Lancaster | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| GOLDEN RULE DESOTO Dallas | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| DESOTO ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER (DAEP) Desoto | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| HOUSTON EL Lancaster | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| UPLIFT GRADUS PREPARATORY Dallas | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| LIFE SCHOOL LANCASTER Red Oak | 2.2 mi | 1.8 |
| TURNING POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Desoto | 2.2 mi | — |
| ROSA PARKS/MILLBROOK EL Lancaster | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| MARTIN WEISS EL Dallas | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| KATHERINE JOHNSON TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ACADEMY Desoto | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| RUBY YOUNG PERSONALIZED STEAM ACADEMY Desoto | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| KI CHARTER - DESOTO Desoto | 2.5 mi | — |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,386
Median Home Value
$282,900
Median Rent
$1,478/mo
Population
55,997
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
42
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| HERFF EL San Antonio, TX | 3.6 |
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| KOUNTZE EL Kountze, TX | 3.6 |
| LOCKNEY EL Lockney, TX | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Meadows EL
What grades does The Meadows EL serve?
The Meadows EL serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.
How many students attend The Meadows EL?
The Meadows EL has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Meadows EL?
The student-teacher ratio at The Meadows EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Meadows EL rank in TX?
The Meadows EL ranks #7,903 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is The Meadows EL's MySchoolScout rating?
The Meadows EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 The Meadows EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Meadows EL has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is The Meadows EL a charter school?
No, The Meadows EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The Meadows EL a Title I school?
No, The Meadows EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Meadows EL?
87.5% of students at The Meadows 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
- 2nd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (972) 224-0960
Resources & Links
District
DESOTO ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,995
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,676
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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