Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Dekalb Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dekalb Elementary School's student population of 351 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dekalb Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2732 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
11%
54%
Black
12%
13%
White
68%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb Elementary School's ranking?
Dekalb Elementary School is ranked #2732 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dekalb Elementary School often compared to?
Dekalb Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malta Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dekalb Elementary School?
351 students attend Dekalb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Dekalb Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dekalb Elementary School?
Dekalb Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb Elementary School offer ?
Dekalb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Dekalb Elementary School part of?
Dekalb Elementary School is part of Dekalb Independent School District.
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