Serving 661 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mcwhorter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcwhorter Elementary School's student population of 661 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
661 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Mcwhorter Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcwhorter Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#7370 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
69%
54%
Black
24%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcwhorter Elementary School's ranking?
Mcwhorter Elementary School is ranked #7370 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mcwhorter Elementary School often compared to?
Mcwhorter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckamy Elementary School, Mitchell Elementary School, Sheffield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mcwhorter Elementary School?
661 students attend Mcwhorter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Mcwhorter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcwhorter Elementary School?
Mcwhorter Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcwhorter Elementary School offer ?
Mcwhorter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mcwhorter Elementary School part of?
Mcwhorter Elementary School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcwhorter Elementary School located?
Mcwhorter Elementary School is located in the Far North Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 20 other public schools located in Far North Dallas.
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