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#5409 of 8,552 schools in TX
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Theron Jones Early Literacy Center
Elementary School · TEXARKANA ISD
2600 W 15TH ST, Texarkana, TX 75501
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 20 schools in Texarkana. Learn more
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,409 of 8,552
In Texarkana
#15 of 22
public schools
In district
#8 of 13
TEXARKANA ISD
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Theron Jones Early Literacy Center
Elementary School in Texarkana · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Paul Laurence Dunbar Early Education Center
0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Options Early Graduation H S
0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Theron Jones Early Literacy Center
Theron Jones Early Literacy Center is a public elementary school in Texarkana, TX, part of TEXARKANA ISD. Theron Jones Early Literacy Center serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Theron Jones Early Literacy Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,409 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Theron Jones Early Literacy Center 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.5%
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 Theron Jones Early Literacy Center Compares
See how Theron Jones Early Literacy Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2600 W 15TH ST, Texarkana, TX 75501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Theron Jones Early Literacy Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARTHA & JOSH MORRISS MATH & ENGINEERING EL (rated 9.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARGARET FISCHER DAVIS EL (rated 8.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIBERTY-EYLAU EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Texarkana, see our Texarkana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Texarkana | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| OPTIONS EARLY GRADUATION H S Texarkana | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| WESTLAWN EL Texarkana | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| TEXAS MIDDLE Texarkana | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PREMIER H S OF TEXARKANA Lewisville | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| TEXAS H S Texarkana | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| LIBERTY-EYLAU EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Texarkana | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| DIGITAL ACADEMY OF TEXAS Texarkana | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| HIGHLAND PARK EL Texarkana | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| SPRING LAKE PARK EL Texarkana | 2.3 mi | 2.7 |
| WAKE VILLAGE EL Wake Village | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL OF TEXARKANA Texarkana | 2.4 mi | — |
| FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Texarkana | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| MARGARET FISCHER DAVIS EL Texarkana | 2.7 mi | 8.8 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH WEEKDAY PRESCHOOL AND KINDER Texarkana | 2.7 mi | — |
| PLEASANT GROVE MIDDLE Texarkana | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| LIBERTY-EYLAU H S Texarkana | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ARKANSAS HIGH SCHOOL Texarkana | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| VERA KILPATRICK ELEM. SCHOOL Texarkana | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| MARTHA & JOSH MORRISS MATH & ENGINEERING EL Texarkana | 3.1 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,782
Median Home Value
$125,700
Median Rent
$904/mo
Population
34,656
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Median Age
38.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Theron Jones Early Literacy Center
What grades does Theron Jones Early Literacy Center serve?
Theron Jones Early Literacy Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Theron Jones Early Literacy Center?
Theron Jones Early Literacy Center has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Theron Jones Early Literacy Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Theron Jones Early Literacy Center is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Theron Jones Early Literacy Center rank in TX?
Theron Jones Early Literacy Center ranks #5,409 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Theron Jones Early Literacy Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Theron Jones Early Literacy Center 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.
Is Theron Jones Early Literacy Center a charter school?
No, Theron Jones Early Literacy Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Theron Jones Early Literacy Center a Title I school?
No, Theron Jones Early Literacy Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Theron Jones Early Literacy Center?
98.5% of students at Theron Jones Early Literacy Center 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 339
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bowie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.3%
- Phone
- (903) 793-4871
Resources & Links
District
TEXARKANA ISD- District Enrollment
- 7,276
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,568
- District Rank
- #8 of 13
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