Serving 732 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 81% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School's student population of 732 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#492 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
5%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
29%
13%
White
19%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School's ranking?
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School is ranked #492 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School often compared to?
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School, Glenn York Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School?
732 students attend Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School?
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School offer ?
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School part of?
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School located?
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School is located in the Shadow Creek Ranch neighborhood of Alvin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Shadow Creek Ranch.
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