Serving 780 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Carlena Chandler Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlena Chandler 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
Carlena Chandler Elementary School's student population of 780 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Carlena Chandler Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlena Chandler Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#916 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
28%
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
29%
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 Carlena Chandler Elementary School's ranking?
Carlena Chandler Elementary School is ranked #916 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carlena Chandler Elementary School often compared to?
Carlena Chandler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gene M Reed Elementary School, Bolin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carlena Chandler Elementary School?
780 students attend Carlena Chandler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Carlena Chandler Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlena Chandler Elementary School?
Carlena Chandler Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carlena Chandler Elementary School offer ?
Carlena Chandler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Carlena Chandler Elementary School part of?
Carlena Chandler Elementary School is part of Allen Independent School District.
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