Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rainwater Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rainwater Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Rainwater Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rainwater Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rainwater Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#2387 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
25%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rainwater Elementary School's ranking?
Rainwater Elementary School is ranked #2387 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rainwater Elementary School often compared to?
Rainwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosemeade Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rainwater Elementary School?
336 students attend Rainwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Rainwater Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rainwater Elementary School?
Rainwater Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rainwater Elementary School offer ?
Rainwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rainwater Elementary School part of?
Rainwater Elementary School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Rainwater Elementary School located?
Rainwater Elementary School is located in the North Central neighborhood of Carrollton, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in North Central.
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