Summary
Central Elementary in Seagoville, TX, is a PK-5 public school in the Dallas Independent School District (Isd) that serves 588 students and has achieved a remarkable turnaround, now ranking in the 87th percentile statewide with a 4-star rating.
This school stands out as a high-performing leader in its region, dramatically outperforming nearby schools. For the 2025-2026 school year, Central Elementary ranks in the 87th percentile (rank 601 of 4627), while nearby schools like Seagoville Elementary (33rd percentile), Kleberg Elementary (26th percentile), and Seagoville North Elementary (13th percentile) all rank in the bottom half of the state. Even the closest competitor, Dr Linda Henrie Elementary in Mesquite Independent School District (Isd), ranks only in the 45th percentile. Central Elementary's STAAR test scores are consistently 15-25 percentage points higher than the district average and often 10-20 points higher than the state average, with 5th-grade math proficiency at 66.15% compared to 47.72% for DISD and 47.38% for the state.
What makes Central Elementary truly exceptional is its success with all students, particularly those from low socio-economic backgrounds, where it ranks in the 97th percentile statewide. The school also excels with Special Education students, ranking in the 98th percentile, and African American students, ranking in the 96th percentile. This is a stark contrast to Seagoville North Elementary, which serves a similar demographic but ranks in the bottom 13% of the state. The school's per-student spending of $12,020 is comparable to other DISD schools but significantly higher than schools in neighboring districts like Mesquite ISD (e.g., Achziger Elementary at $7,971), highlighting that the effectiveness of spending, not just the amount, drives Central's success. The only area for growth is with Gifted and Talented students, where the school ranks in the 47th percentile, suggesting a need for more enrichment for its highest achievers.
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