Owens Elementary

Summary:

Owens Elementary is a public elementary school located in Tyler, Texas, serving grades PK-5 with a student population of 665. The school is part of the Tyler Independent School District, which is ranked 501 out of 968 districts in Texas and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Owens Elementary consistently ranks in the top 20% of Texas elementary schools, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger in recent years. The school's STAAR test scores in reading, math, and science are significantly higher than the district and state averages, particularly in 3rd-5th grade. For example, in 2023-2024, 62.63% of 5th-grade students at Owens Elementary were proficient or better in STAAR Reading, compared to 52.15% for the district and 53.96% for the state. Owens Elementary also performs exceptionally well for its African American, Hispanic, and Special Education student populations, ranking in the top 20% of Texas elementary schools for these subgroups. However, the school's Multi-racial and At-Risk student groups have lower rankings, suggesting potential areas for improvement.

Owens Elementary outperforms the other Tyler ISD elementary schools in the analysis, including Woods Elementary, Birdwell School, Rice Elementary, and Dr. Bryan C. Jack Elementary, in terms of overall state rankings and STAAR test scores. However, the nearby Bullard Independent School District schools, such as Bullard Early Childhood and Bullard Pri, have even higher state rankings and test scores, suggesting a potential for Owens Elementary to learn from their practices.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 11780 C R 168
       Tyler, TX  75703-9634


(903) 262-2175

District: Tyler Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
999th of 4,675 Texas Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,942 Help


Students who attend Owens Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Three Lakes Middle
High:    Tyler Legacy High School

Student/teacher ratio:  16.1 Help
Number of students:  665

Racial breakdown:

White:
58.2%
Hispanic:
20.6%
African American:
13.7%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  48.9% Help


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Compare Details Owens Elementary ranks better than 78.6% of elementary schools in Texas. It also ranks 4th among 17 ranked elementary schools in the Tyler Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 73.51. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Owens Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (58.2%), Hispanic (20.6%), African American (13.7%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 48.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Owens Elementary is 16.1. 11 elementary schools in the Tyler Independent School District (Isd) have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Owens Elementary is $8,942. 12 elementary schools in the Tyler Independent School District (Isd) spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Owens Elementary was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Tyler Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Tyler Independent School District (Isd) 501st of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Owens Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Owens Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 82.60 274th 3465 92.1%
2005 80.55 428th 3475 87.7%
2006 74.78 729th 3476 79.0%
2007 68.62 1160th 3724 68.9%
2008 69.97 1052nd 3768 72.1%
2009 73.93 827th 3884 78.7%
2010 68.07 1243rd 3937 68.4%
2011 74.49 866th 4095 78.9%
2012 71.92 1037th 4206 75.3%
2013 74.78 918th 4221 78.3%
2014 62.11 1635th 4260 61.6%
2015 68.06 1378th 4320 68.1%
2016 59.77 1786th 4286 58.3%
2017 71.23 1016th 4329 76.5%
2018 67.27 1145th 4359 73.7%
2019 62.42 1399th 4479 68.8%
2021 84.36 594th 4578 87.0%
2022 81.43 682nd 4581 85.1%
2023 76.00 918th 4647 80.2%
2024 73.51 999th 4675 78.6%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Owens Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.71 612th 1046 41.5%
2022 46.74 580th 1004 42.2%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Owens Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 72.60 528th 3446 84.7%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Owens Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 39.41 2069th 3558 41.8%
2019 57.14 1058th 3684 71.3%
2021 87.59 184th 3799 95.2%
2022 87.15 200th 3952 94.9%
2023 74.10 547th 4086 86.6%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Owens Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 47.90 2179th 4264 48.9%
2019 45.09 2424th 4309 43.7%
2021 88.00 192nd 4451 95.7%
2022 82.68 366th 4477 91.8%
2023 69.52 930th 4521 79.4%
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Rank History for Female students at Owens Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 71.07 983rd 4306 77.2%
2019 66.65 1165th 4348 73.2%
2021 82.50 612th 4499 86.4%
2022 83.36 548th 4561 88.0%
2023 79.76 706th 4588 84.6%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Owens Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 56.27 1682nd 3106 45.8%
2019 56.21 1729th 3184 45.7%
2021 73.62 736th 3006 75.5%
2022 62.80 1263rd 2958 57.3%
2023 73.32 524th 2980 82.4%
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Rank History for At Risk students at Owens Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 35.28 3007th 4240 29.1%
2019 35.60 2997th 4295 30.2%
2021 42.46 2385th 4331 44.9%
2022 56.40 1650th 4461 63.0%
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Rank History for Male students at Owens Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 59.09 1532nd 4319 64.5%
2019 56.33 1638th 4357 62.4%
2021 83.25 578th 4498 87.1%
2022 77.22 822nd 4563 82.0%
2023 69.45 1150th 4585 74.9%
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Rank History for African American students at Owens Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 29.26 1933rd 2483 22.2%
2019 25.90 2110th 2515 16.1%
2021 67.42 475th 2444 80.6%
2022 74.71 384th 2421 84.1%
2023 71.87 451st 2443 81.5%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Owens Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 59.57 1404th 4168 66.3%
2019 46.01 2261st 4188 46.0%
2021 67.47 986th 4329 77.2%
2022 78.36 582nd 4376 86.7%
2023 68.75 1000th 4401 77.3%
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Rank History for White students at Owens Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 62.20 1057th 3127 66.2%
2019 63.11 1039th 3142 66.9%
2021 81.07 346th 3082 88.8%
2022 70.43 754th 3082 75.5%
2023 69.91 798th 3106 74.3%
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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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Enrollment information for Owens Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 663 50 3 2 1 n/a n/a 0 719
1989 675 57 6 2 0 n/a n/a 0 740
1990 708 56 6 3 0 n/a n/a 0 773
1991 745 66 8 6 0 n/a n/a 0 825
1992 758 75 9 9 0 n/a n/a 0 851
1993 731 66 8 8 0 n/a n/a 0 813
1994 753 55 7 17 2 n/a n/a 0 834
1995 761 63 9 24 2 n/a n/a 0 859
1996 761 63 9 24 2 n/a n/a 0 859
1997 722 64 6 22 4 n/a n/a 0 818
1998 718 64 3 23 7 n/a n/a 0 815
1999 707 68 2 21 4 n/a n/a 0 802
2000 702 79 3 20 4 n/a n/a 0 808
2001 675 80 2 26 3 n/a n/a 0 786
2002 657 90 7 22 4 n/a n/a 0 780
2003 657 90 7 22 4 n/a n/a 0 780
2004 749 108 9 35 4 n/a n/a 0 905
2005 717 110 12 39 5 n/a n/a 0 883
2006 717 135 10 66 2 n/a n/a 0 930
2007 674 132 14 79 6 n/a n/a 0 905
2008 461 103 13 55 4 n/a n/a 0 636
2009 457 97 12 64 4 n/a n/a 0 634
2010 475 114 14 76 10 n/a n/a 0 689
2011 420 87 4 88 2 0 27 0 628
2012 440 81 8 83 1 2 26 0 641
2013 443 90 8 82 4 0 25 0 652
2014 419 99 5 86 5 0 21 0 635
2015 425 96 7 95 3 0 24 0 650
2016 415 95 9 88 3 0 26 0 636
2017 410 84 8 86 4 1 32 0 625
2018 386 84 9 75 3 0 27 0 584
2019 408 104 5 105 5 0 29 0 656
2020 403 114 5 118 2 0 31 0 673
2021 366 91 6 114 1 0 39 0 617
2022 415 86 8 128 1 0 37 0 675
2023 387 91 12 137 1 1 36 0 665

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 Owens Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 719 36.0 19.9 n/a
1989 740 n/a n/a n/a
1990 773 41.0 18.8 n/a
1991 825 40.7 20.2 n/a
1992 851 44.6 19.0 8.1
1993 813 43.0 18.9 13.7
1994 834 42.6 19.6 10.8
1995 859 46.6 18.4 13.5
1996 859 46.6 18.4 13.5
1997 818 44.9 18.2 12
1998 815 46.0 17.7 11.5
1999 802 40.0 20.1 12.2
2000 808 42.0 19.2 14.5
2001 786 45.7 17.2 15
2002 780 49.9 15.6 16.7
2003 780 49.9 15.6 16.7
2004 905 53.6 16.9 18.6
2005 883 55.6 15.9 19.4
2006 930 56.9 16.3 25.8
2007 905 54.8 16.5 27.7
2008 636 37.8 16.8 26.9
2009 634 40.2 15.8 27.4
2010 689 43.1 15.9 31.2
2011 628 40.5 15.5 32.5
2012 641 36.0 17.8 34.2
2013 652 37.0 17.6 35.9
2014 635 35.5 17.8 38.7
2015 650 38.0 17.1 38.5
2016 636 38.0 16.7 35.5
2017 625 37.1 16.8 35.8
2018 584 36.4 16.0 36.3
2019 656 40.1 16.3 37.3
2020 673 39.4 17.0 47.3
2021 617 38.6 15.9 45.7
2022 675 40.5 16.6 50.2
2023 665 41.2 16.1 48.9

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 Owens Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 719 36.0 19.9 n/a
1989 740 n/a n/a n/a
1990 773 41.0 18.8 n/a
1991 825 40.7 20.2 n/a
1992 851 44.6 19.0 8.1
1993 813 43.0 18.9 13.7
1994 834 42.6 19.6 10.8
1995 859 46.6 18.4 13.5
1996 859 46.6 18.4 13.5
1997 818 44.9 18.2 12
1998 815 46.0 17.7 11.5
1999 802 40.0 20.1 12.2
2000 808 42.0 19.2 14.5
2001 786 45.7 17.2 15
2002 780 49.9 15.6 16.7
2003 780 49.9 15.6 16.7
2004 905 53.6 16.9 18.6
2005 883 55.6 15.9 19.4
2006 930 56.9 16.3 25.8
2007 905 54.8 16.5 27.7
2008 636 37.8 16.8 26.9
2009 634 40.2 15.8 27.4
2010 689 43.1 15.9 31.2
2011 628 40.5 15.5 32.5
2012 641 36.0 17.8 34.2
2013 652 37.0 17.6 35.9
2014 635 35.5 17.8 38.7
2015 650 38.0 17.1 38.5
2016 636 38.0 16.7 35.5
2017 625 37.1 16.8 35.8
2018 584 36.4 16.0 36.3
2019 656 40.1 16.3 37.3
2020 673 39.4 17.0 47.3
2021 617 38.6 15.9 45.7
2022 675 40.5 16.6 50.2
2023 665 41.2 16.1 48.9

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 Owens Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $849 (9.9%) $7,684 (90.1%) $8,533
2020 $889 (10.3%) $7,740 (89.7%) $8,629
2021 $1,262 (14.1%) $7,680 (85.9%) $8,942

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Owens Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1399th of 4479 Elementary schoolsRanks 918th of 4647 Elementary schools
 11.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Reading (Owens Elementary)4766
 19%
   3rd Grade Reading (Tyler Independent School District (Isd))3445
 11%
   3rd Grade Reading (Texas)4450
 6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Owens Elementary)4863
 15%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Tyler Independent School District (Isd))4142
 1%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Texas)4843
 5%
4th Grade Reading (Owens Elementary)5361
 8%
   4th Grade Reading (Tyler Independent School District (Isd))3843
 5%
   4th Grade Reading (Texas)4347
 4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Owens Elementary)5056
 6%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Tyler Independent School District (Isd))4348
 5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Texas)4647
 1%
5th Grade Reading (Owens Elementary)5666
 10%
   5th Grade Reading (Tyler Independent School District (Isd))4554
 9%
   5th Grade Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Owens Elementary)5750
 7%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Tyler Independent School District (Isd))5745
 12%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Texas)5650
 6%
5th Grade Science (Owens Elementary)4443
 1%
   5th Grade Science (Tyler Independent School District (Isd))4229
 13%
   5th Grade Science (Texas)4834
 14%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students656665
 1.4%
African American10491
 12.5%
American Indian51
 80%
Asian512
 140%
Hispanic105137
 30.5%
Pacific Islander01
White408387
 5.1%
Two or More Races2936
 24.1%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients37.3%48.9%
 11.5%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Owens Elementary

Students who attend Owens Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Three Lakes Middle
High : Tyler Legacy High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 665 students attended Owens Elementary.

Students at Owens Elementary are 58% White, 21% Hispanic, 14% African American, 5% Two or more races, 2% Asian.

Owens Elementary ranks 999th of 4675 Texas elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Texas Education Agency.

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