Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Daffron Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 84% 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: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Daffron Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Daffron Elementary School's student population of 607 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Daffron Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daffron Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1897 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
6%
Hispanic
49%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
16%
25%
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
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Daffron Elementary School's ranking?
Daffron Elementary School is ranked #1897 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Daffron Elementary School often compared to?
Daffron Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hightower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Daffron Elementary School?
607 students attend Daffron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Daffron Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daffron Elementary School?
Daffron Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Daffron Elementary School offer ?
Daffron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Daffron Elementary School part of?
Daffron Elementary School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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