Serving 709 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Robert B Sewell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert B Sewell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Robert B Sewell Elementary School's student population of 709 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
709 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert B Sewell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert B Sewell 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
#1466 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
19%
6%
Hispanic
24%
54%
Black
21%
13%
White
29%
24%
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
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Garland Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Seahawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert B Sewell Elementary School's ranking?
Robert B Sewell Elementary School is ranked #1466 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Robert B Sewell Elementary School often compared to?
Robert B Sewell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John W Armstrong Elementary School, Back Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Robert B Sewell Elementary School?
709 students attend Robert B Sewell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Robert B Sewell Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert B Sewell Elementary School?
Robert B Sewell Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert B Sewell Elementary School offer ?
Robert B Sewell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Robert B Sewell Elementary School part of?
Robert B Sewell Elementary School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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