Serving 680 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School's student population of 680 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#432 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
6%
Hispanic
16%
53%
Black
30%
13%
White
18%
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
18%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School's ranking?
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School is ranked #432 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School often compared to?
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laura Ingalls Wilder Elementary School, Glenn York Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School?
680 students attend Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School?
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School offer ?
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School part of?
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School is part of Alvin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School located?
Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary School is located in the Shadow Creek Ranch neighborhood of Alvin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Shadow Creek Ranch.
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