Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Floyd 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Floyd Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Floyd Elementary School's student population of 491 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
Every Child. Every Need. Every Day.
Floyd 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 Floyd Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#6351 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
80%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Floyd Elementary School's ranking?
Floyd Elementary School is ranked #6351 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Floyd Elementary School often compared to?
Floyd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galloway Elementary School, Seabourn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Floyd Elementary School?
491 students attend Floyd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Floyd Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Floyd Elementary School?
Floyd Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Floyd Elementary School offer ?
Floyd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Floyd Elementary School part of?
Floyd Elementary School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Floyd Elementary School located?
Floyd Elementary School is located in the Hickory Tree Estates neighborhood of Mesquite, TX.
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