Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Furneaux Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Furneaux Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Furneaux Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Furneaux Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Furneaux Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#4742 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
50%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Furneaux Elementary School's ranking?
Furneaux Elementary School is ranked #4742 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Furneaux Elementary School often compared to?
Furneaux Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pink Elementary School, Davis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Furneaux Elementary School?
336 students attend Furneaux Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Furneaux Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Furneaux Elementary School?
Furneaux Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Furneaux Elementary School offer ?
Furneaux Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Furneaux Elementary School part of?
Furneaux Elementary School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Furneaux Elementary School located?
Furneaux Elementary School is located in the Northeast Carrollton neighborhood of Carrollton, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Northeast Carrollton.
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