Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Norma Dorsey 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 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norma Dorsey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Norma Dorsey Elementary School's student population of 571 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Norma Dorsey 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 Norma Dorsey Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2577 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
45%
54%
Black
19%
13%
White
21%
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
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norma Dorsey Elementary School's ranking?
Norma Dorsey Elementary School is ranked #2577 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Norma Dorsey Elementary School?
571 students attend Norma Dorsey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Norma Dorsey Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norma Dorsey Elementary School?
Norma Dorsey Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Norma Dorsey Elementary School offer ?
Norma Dorsey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Norma Dorsey Elementary School part of?
Norma Dorsey Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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