Frank D Moates Elementary

Summary:

Frank D Moates Elementary is a public magnet elementary school located in Glenn Heights, Texas, serving grades 3-5 with a student population of 524. The school is part of the Desoto Independent School District, which is ranked 767 out of 968 districts in Texas and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Despite serving a predominantly African American (56.49%) and Hispanic (37.79%) student population, many of whom come from low-socioeconomic backgrounds, Frank D Moates Elementary consistently ranks in the bottom quartile of Texas elementary schools. The school's performance on STAAR assessments is significantly below the state and district averages across all grade levels and subject areas, with proficiency rates ranging from 13.91% in 3rd grade reading to 31.9% in 5th grade reading, compared to the state averages of 48.85% and 53.96%, respectively. The school also struggles to effectively serve its diverse student subgroups, with rankings for African American, Hispanic, English Language Learners, and Special Education students all in the bottom quartile of Texas elementary schools.

While the nearby schools within the Desoto Independent School District, such as The Meadows Elementary and Ruby Young Personalized STEAM Academy, also perform poorly on academic measures, some nearby schools in other districts, such as Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy in the Cedar Hill Independent School District and Shields Elementary in the Red Oak Independent School District, demonstrate significantly higher academic performance and more effective support for their diverse student populations.


Detail:

Public, Magnet 3-5

 1500 Heritage Dr
       Glenn Heights, TX  75154-8140


(972) 230-2881

District: Desoto Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
4292nd of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,603 Help


Students who attend Frank D Moates Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Curtistene S McCowan Middle
High:    Desoto High School

Student/teacher ratio:  15.8 Help
Number of students:  524

Racial breakdown:

African American:
56.5%
Hispanic:
37.8%
Two or more races:
2.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  70.4% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Frank D Moates Elementary ranks worse than 91.8% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks 3rd among 4 ranked elementary schools in the Desoto Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 14.85. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (56.5%), Hispanic (37.8%), two or more races (2.9%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 70.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Frank D Moates Elementary is 15.8. 3 elementary schools in the Desoto Independent School District (Isd) have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Frank D Moates Elementary is $9,603. 3 elementary schools in the Desoto Independent School District (Isd) spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Frank D Moates Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Frank D Moates Elementary 4292nd of 4675 Texas public elementary schools. (See Frank D Moates Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Desoto Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Desoto Independent School District (Isd) 767th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Frank D Moates Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Frank D Moates Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 18.56 3203rd 3465 7.6%
2005 12.05 3345th 3475 3.7%
2006 20.23 3153rd 3476 9.3%
2007 10.55 3603rd 3724 3.2%
2008 23.16 3341st 3768 11.3%
2009 24.36 3428th 3884 11.7%
2010 45.29 2572nd 3937 34.7%
2011 48.57 2495th 4095 39.1%
2012 44.03 2655th 4206 36.9%
2013 33.24 3246th 4221 23.1%
2014 35.62 3130th 4260 26.5%
2015 30.70 3305th 4320 23.5%
2016 16.78 3872nd 4286 9.7%
2017 31.41 3063rd 4329 29.2%
2018 25.75 3468th 4359 20.4%
2019 37.93 2819th 4479 37.1%
2021 12.06 4392nd 4578 4.1%
2022 15.31 4190th 4581 8.5%
2023 24.63 3718th 4647 20.0%
2024 14.85 4292nd 4675 8.2%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Frank D Moates Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 36.79 702nd 1004 30.1%
2023 5.94 1089th 1099 0.9%
2024 20.63 995th 1114 10.7%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Frank D Moates Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 34.14 2377th 3226 26.3%
2019 45.91 1785th 3333 46.4%
2021 32.14 2539th 3446 26.3%
2022 32.76 2625th 3487 24.7%
2023 46.15 1902nd 3556 46.5%
2024 21.70 3190th 3638 12.3%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Frank D Moates Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 40.60 1980th 3558 44.4%
2021 20.95 3473rd 3799 8.6%
2022 40.96 2200th 3952 44.3%
2023 20.25 3771st 4086 7.7%
2024 59.65 1280th 4261 70.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Frank D Moates Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 41.12 2617th 4264 38.6%
2019 49.29 2118th 4309 50.8%
2021 17.16 4171st 4451 6.3%
2022 20.01 4038th 4477 9.8%
2023 27.44 3686th 4521 18.5%
2024 21.38 4058th 4560 11.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Frank D Moates Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 23.79 3634th 4306 15.6%
2019 34.85 3012th 4348 30.7%
2021 11.56 4381st 4499 2.6%
2022 15.10 4226th 4561 7.3%
2023 25.39 3711th 4588 19.1%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Frank D Moates Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 36.35 2440th 3106 21.4%
2019 49.81 2034th 3184 36.1%
2022 21.17 2672nd 2958 9.7%
2023 48.78 1979th 2980 33.6%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Frank D Moates Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 36.22 2945th 4240 30.5%
2019 46.98 2191st 4295 49.0%
2021 26.77 3615th 4331 16.5%
2022 29.15 3562nd 4461 20.2%
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Rank History for Male students at Frank D Moates Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 30.59 3209th 4319 25.7%
2019 42.69 2478th 4357 43.1%
2021 14.88 4194th 4498 6.8%
2022 18.09 4085th 4563 10.5%
2023 25.43 3701st 4585 19.3%
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Rank History for African American students at Frank D Moates Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 39.66 1517th 2483 38.9%
2019 53.58 997th 2515 60.4%
2021 20.94 2220th 2444 9.2%
2022 30.50 1859th 2421 23.2%
2023 41.18 1412th 2443 42.2%
2024 26.18 2007th 2421 17.1%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Frank D Moates Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.20 2323rd 4168 44.3%
2019 53.04 1789th 4188 57.3%
2021 21.44 3805th 4329 12.1%
2022 24.05 3756th 4376 14.2%
2023 42.91 2568th 4401 41.6%
2024 19.31 3994th 4431 9.9%
See the entire list of Best Texas Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for White students at Frank D Moates Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 15.82 2926th 3127 6.4%
2024 22.00 2671st 3078 13.2%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Open Quote I attended elementary here and had wonderful, gifted teachers, such as Mrs. Tacke and Mrs. Keating that helped and motivated me to be what I am today; an elementary school teacher! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Frank D Moates Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 317 44 0 20 3 n/a n/a 0 384
1990 327 53 0 18 2 n/a n/a 0 400
1991 343 73 1 18 1 n/a n/a 0 436
1992 371 90 3 31 0 n/a n/a 0 495
1993 389 86 6 59 2 n/a n/a 0 542
1994 370 114 6 50 0 n/a n/a 0 540
1995 345 139 6 47 1 n/a n/a 0 538
1996 345 139 6 47 1 n/a n/a 0 538
1997 334 157 5 54 1 n/a n/a 0 551
1998 304 180 8 73 1 n/a n/a 0 566
1999 333 210 3 88 2 n/a n/a 0 636
2000 294 229 3 103 7 n/a n/a 0 636
2001 266 237 6 144 6 n/a n/a 0 659
2002 163 325 7 178 2 n/a n/a 0 675
2003 163 325 7 178 2 n/a n/a 0 675
2004 137 310 4 199 1 n/a n/a 0 651
2005 96 303 6 243 4 n/a n/a 0 652
2006 90 299 6 309 5 n/a n/a 0 709
2007 66 363 7 325 6 n/a n/a 0 767
2008 41 315 6 205 5 n/a n/a 0 572
2009 46 367 6 208 5 n/a n/a 0 632
2010 33 391 3 202 4 n/a n/a 0 633
2011 35 377 3 220 3 0 11 0 649
2012 26 364 4 233 2 1 15 0 645
2013 31 339 3 241 3 0 8 0 625
2014 21 319 2 264 0 0 15 0 621
2015 22 326 0 273 2 1 17 0 641
2016 33 436 0 300 0 0 11 0 780
2017 27 419 1 298 0 0 14 0 759
2018 29 403 1 314 1 0 20 0 768
2019 14 213 0 242 1 0 12 0 482
2020 15 317 1 281 2 0 13 0 629
2021 12 255 0 321 2 0 13 0 603
2022 8 343 2 205 3 0 15 0 576
2023 10 296 1 198 4 0 15 0 524

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Frank D Moates Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 384 n/a n/a n/a
1990 400 24.0 16.6 n/a
1991 436 24.3 17.9 n/a
1992 495 28.5 17.3 4
1993 542 32.0 16.9 36
1994 540 33.3 16.2 28.9
1995 538 32.8 16.4 23.4
1996 538 32.8 16.4 23.4
1997 551 33.8 16.3 25.6
1998 566 36.0 15.7 27.2
1999 636 38.4 16.6 20.1
2000 636 40.4 15.7 45.9
2001 659 38.8 17.0 55.2
2002 675 42.1 16.0 52.4
2003 675 42.1 16.0 52.4
2004 651 41.0 15.9 56.4
2005 652 42.7 15.3 64.4
2006 709 45.3 15.7 68.3
2007 767 46.3 16.6 68.6
2008 572 39.0 14.7 63.8
2009 632 41.4 15.2 72.8
2010 633 39.2 16.1 77.1
2011 649 40.6 15.9 78
2012 645 38.9 16.5 81.1
2013 625 39.0 15.9 79.2
2014 621 36.7 16.8 78.1
2015 641 40.0 16.0 82.1
2016 780 47.0 16.5 80.1
2017 759 46.5 16.3 83.1
2018 768 46.8 16.4 82.2
2019 482 35.5 13.5 83.4
2020 629 37.0 16.9 87.1
2021 603 36.7 16.4 79.8
2022 576 41.3 13.9 80.2
2023 524 33.0 15.8 70.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Frank D Moates Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 384 n/a n/a n/a
1990 400 24.0 16.6 n/a
1991 436 24.3 17.9 n/a
1992 495 28.5 17.3 4
1993 542 32.0 16.9 36
1994 540 33.3 16.2 28.9
1995 538 32.8 16.4 23.4
1996 538 32.8 16.4 23.4
1997 551 33.8 16.3 25.6
1998 566 36.0 15.7 27.2
1999 636 38.4 16.6 20.1
2000 636 40.4 15.7 45.9
2001 659 38.8 17.0 55.2
2002 675 42.1 16.0 52.4
2003 675 42.1 16.0 52.4
2004 651 41.0 15.9 56.4
2005 652 42.7 15.3 64.4
2006 709 45.3 15.7 68.3
2007 767 46.3 16.6 68.6
2008 572 39.0 14.7 63.8
2009 632 41.4 15.2 72.8
2010 633 39.2 16.1 77.1
2011 649 40.6 15.9 78
2012 645 38.9 16.5 81.1
2013 625 39.0 15.9 79.2
2014 621 36.7 16.8 78.1
2015 641 40.0 16.0 82.1
2016 780 47.0 16.5 80.1
2017 759 46.5 16.3 83.1
2018 768 46.8 16.4 82.2
2019 482 35.5 13.5 83.4
2020 629 37.0 16.9 87.1
2021 603 36.7 16.4 79.8
2022 576 41.3 13.9 80.2
2023 524 33.0 15.8 70.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Frank D Moates Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,974 (16.2%) $10,213 (83.8%) $12,187
2020 $1,843 (10.9%) $15,021 (89.1%) $16,864
2021 $1,647 (17.2%) $7,956 (82.8%) $9,603

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Frank D Moates Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 2819th of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 3718th of 4647 Elementary schools
 17.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Frank D Moates Elementary)2929
   3rd Grade Reading (Desoto Independent School District (Isd))2536
 11%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Frank D Moates Elementary)4921
 28%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Desoto Independent School District (Isd))3124
 7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
3rd Grade Reading (Frank D Moates Elementary)304
 26%
   3rd Grade Reading (Desoto Independent School District (Isd))254
 21%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)3926
 13%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Frank D Moates Elementary)100
 10%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Desoto Independent School District (Isd))90
 9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)3123
 8%
4th Grade Reading (Frank D Moates Elementary)3323
 10%
   4th Grade Reading (Desoto Independent School District (Isd))2629
 3%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Frank D Moates Elementary)3431
 3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Desoto Independent School District (Isd))2631
 5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%
5th Grade Reading (Frank D Moates Elementary)4746
 1%
   5th Grade Reading (Desoto Independent School District (Isd))4146
 5%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Frank D Moates Elementary)6447
 17%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Desoto Independent School District (Isd))3944
 5%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5650
 6%
5th Grade Science (Frank D Moates Elementary)3818
 20%
   5th Grade Science (Desoto Independent School District (Isd))2719
 8%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)4834
 14%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students482524
 8.7%
African American213296
 39%
American Indian14
 300%
Asian01
Hispanic242198
 18.2%
Pacific Islander00
White1410
 28.6%
Two or More Races1215
 25%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients83.4%70.4%
 13%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 524 students attended Frank D Moates Elementary.

Frank D Moates Elementary ranks in the bottom 8.2% of Texas elementary schools.

Students who attend Frank D Moates Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Curtistene S McCowan Middle
High : Desoto High School

Students at Frank D Moates Elementary are 56% African American, 38% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races, 2% White.


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