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Very Good

#3184 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 37% in state

West EL

Elementary School · ARLINGTON ISD

2911 KINGSWOOD BLVD, Grand Prairie, TX 75052

Enrollment

622

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,184 of 8,552

In Grand Prairie

#13 of 53

public schools

In district

#14 of 75

ARLINGTON ISD

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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West EL

7.0/10

Elementary School in Grand Prairie · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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3.8/10

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About West EL

West EL is a public elementary school in Grand Prairie, TX, part of ARLINGTON ISD. West EL serves approximately 622 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. West EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,184 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for West EL show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,746
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

West EL — Students at West EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 66.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 68.3% (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
81%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
52.6%
ELA
58.1%
2024
Math
48%
ELA
48%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How West EL Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in TX
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

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

2911 KINGSWOOD BLVD, Grand Prairie, TX 75052

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOUISE CABANISS ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BECKHAM EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THELMA JONES EL (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Arlington), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Grand Prairie, see our Grand Prairie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
DR. R. W. GOINES STEM ACADEMY Arlington 0.3 mi 5.2
STARRETT EL Grand Prairie 0.7 mi 3.8
BRYANT EL Arlington 0.8 mi 6.3
BOWIE H S Arlington 0.8 mi 5.7
BARNETT J H Arlington 1.1 mi 6.2
ARLINGTON COLLEGIATE H S Arlington 1.4 mi 8.1
FITZGERALD EL Arlington 1.3 mi 6.8
FARRELL EL Grand Prairie 1.8 mi 5.7
SUZANNA DICKINSON MONTESSORI ACADEMY Grand Prairie 1.7 mi 3.3
BECKHAM EL Arlington 1.9 mi 7.5
ILTEXAS GRAND PRAIRIE MIDDLE Grand Prairie 2.0 mi 5.7
ILTEXAS GRAND PRAIRIE EL Grand Prairie 2.0 mi 4.4
HALE EL Arlington 2.1 mi 5.2
MANARA STEM ACADEMY - ARLINGTON Irving 1.9 mi 5.2
WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - GRAND PRAIRIE Carrollton 2.3 mi 2.9
LOUISE CABANISS ACADEMY Grand Prairie 2.3 mi 7.6
MIKE MOSELEY EL Grand Prairie 2.1 mi 6.7
HARRY S TRUMAN MIDDLE Grand Prairie 2.1 mi 5.2
ATHERTON EL Arlington 2.6 mi 5.7
THELMA JONES EL Arlington 2.6 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,320

Median Home Value

$282,100

Median Rent

$1,680/mo

Population

95,485

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

64.1%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

34.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West EL

What grades does West EL serve?

West EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend West EL?

West EL has an enrollment of approximately 622 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West EL?

The student-teacher ratio at West 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 West EL rank in TX?

West EL ranks #3,184 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is West EL's MySchoolScout rating?

West EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 West EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West EL has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is West EL a charter school?

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

Is West EL a Title I school?

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

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

73.0% of students at West 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
622
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

ARLINGTON ISD
District Enrollment
54,750
Schools in District
75
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,746
District Rank
#14 of 75

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