Needs Improvement
#7737 of 8,552 schools in TX
William Lee Hastings EL
Elementary School · DUNCANVILLE ISD
602 W CENTER ST, Duncanville, TX 75116
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,737 of 8,552
In Duncanville
#8 of 15
public schools
In district
#7 of 17
DUNCANVILLE ISD
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William Lee Hastings EL
Elementary School in Duncanville · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About William Lee Hastings EL
William Lee Hastings EL is a public elementary school in Duncanville, TX, part of DUNCANVILLE ISD. William Lee Hastings EL serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. William Lee Hastings EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,737 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for William Lee Hastings EL show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.6
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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William Lee Hastings EL — Students at William Lee Hastings EL score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.4%
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 William Lee Hastings EL Compares
See how William Lee Hastings 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
602 W CENTER ST, Duncanville, TX 75116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Lee Hastings EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UME PREPARATORY ACADEMY - DUNCANVILLE (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTRAL EL (rated 4.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FAIRMEADOWS EL (rated 4.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Duncanville, see our Duncanville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UME PREPARATORY ACADEMY - DUNCANVILLE Duncanville | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| WILLIAM H BYRD MIDDLE Duncanville | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| FIRST METHODIST SCHOOL Duncanville | 0.7 mi | — |
| DUNCANVILLE H S Duncanville | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| H BOB DANIEL SR INT Duncanville | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| CLINT Q SMITH EL Duncanville | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| JAMES R BILHARTZ JR EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| MERRIFIELD EL Duncanville | 1.0 mi | 2.6 |
| CENTRAL EL Duncanville | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| GLENN C HARDIN INT Duncanville | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| BROWNS EARLY DISCOVERY SCHOOL Duncanville | 1.3 mi | — |
| VILLAGE TECH SCHOOLS Duncanville | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| MARY E SMITHEY PACE H S Duncanville | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| J HERMAN REED MIDDLE Duncanville | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| FAIRMEADOWS EL Duncanville | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| CHARLES ACTON LEADERSHP ACADEMY Dallas | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| G W KENNEMER MIDDLE Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| S GUS ALEXANDER JR EL Duncanville | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| GRACE R BRANDENBURG INT Duncanville | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| NOVA ACADEMY CEDAR HILL Dallas | 2.3 mi | 2.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,835
Median Home Value
$220,100
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
19,780
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
35.6
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| BARRICK EL Houston, TX | 3.8 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Lockhart, TX | 3.8 |
| BLUEBONNET EL Round Rock, TX | 3.8 |
| BOWIE EL Greenville, TX | 3.8 |
| CAPISTRANO EL El Paso, TX | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Lee Hastings EL
What grades does William Lee Hastings EL serve?
William Lee Hastings EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend William Lee Hastings EL?
William Lee Hastings EL has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Lee Hastings EL?
The student-teacher ratio at William Lee Hastings EL is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Lee Hastings EL rank in TX?
William Lee Hastings EL ranks #7,737 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is William Lee Hastings EL's MySchoolScout rating?
William Lee Hastings EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 William Lee Hastings EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Lee Hastings EL has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is William Lee Hastings EL a charter school?
No, William Lee Hastings EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Lee Hastings EL a Title I school?
No, William Lee Hastings EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Lee Hastings EL?
88.4% of students at William Lee Hastings 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.4%
- Phone
- (972) 708-2800
Resources & Links
District
DUNCANVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 11,761
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,244
- District Rank
- #7 of 17
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