Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Steadham 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steadham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Steadham Elementary School's student population of 490 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Colors
Maroon and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Steadham Eagles soar on high. The eagle soars and so do I.
School Rankings
Steadham 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 Steadham Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#5941 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
34%
13%
White
16%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steadham Elementary School's ranking?
Steadham Elementary School is ranked #5941 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Steadham Elementary School?
490 students attend Steadham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Steadham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steadham Elementary School?
Steadham Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Steadham Elementary School offer ?
Steadham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Steadham Elementary School part of?
Steadham Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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