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Corey Elementary School

Public | PK-6 | 710 students

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Posted March 11, 2013

Excellent staff. Prek teachers Ms. Williams and Ms. Bowman are the best, my daughter has learned English and improved her social skills in less than a year. I highly recommend this schools for special need kids. Thank you Corey!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 8, 2010

My son is a special need child at Corey. This school has been a God send for me. Mrs. Martin is a wonderful teacher. My son wanted no part of school until she came into his life. Not to mention what she has done for him education wise he doing great. Thank you Corey Elm and staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

Corey Elementary is in the best district in the city. They have the best teachers and staff around. They have helped mold my daughter into a wonderful young lady. I couldn't ask for a better school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 9, 2009

From the principal, Steve Howell, to each teacher in each grade level, to the office staff, to our custodial staff, Corey Elementary is a school that puts children first and will do whatever it takes to meet the educational and social needs of our students. Students are respected and in return they learn to respect others. Corey is an outstanding school, not only because of the administration and faculty, but, also, as a result of the involved parents that volunteer their time and resources. Together we are preparing our children to be successful citizens.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted January 21, 2009

My duaghter who is in 4th grade, love's corey! THey have wonderful staff! They always have wonderful things planned. My daughter was at annother school, Duff elm. and she like the school. She went from c's and d's to all a's! Corey is really a great school for all children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2008

This is the best school in Arlington, having had children in this district for over 27 years (oldest is 32) this school actively promotes its students from extra curricular to the team work from all the teachers. Very personable, caring, and considerate to all of the students. The absolute best. FYI they have field day, and field trips, plays, choir, concerts. Step inside of the school, meet the principal, you will see what I mean.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2008

My child loves the school and the teachers and they go out of their way to help. The one thing that is lacking is their events like Field Day and extracurricular activities.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 7, 2008

Ever since my s[o]n has started attending this school he is much more focused on his work. Hi[s] teachers are much more positive about his school work and behavior. All I get is positve reports from his teachers rather than negative like I did from his old school.He loves his teachers now he enjoys going to school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 24, 2008

We just moved here from California. Corey elementary is an exceptional school. The parents are very involved and they have plenty of activities for the children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 3, 2007

My kids started at Corey. Even though we no longer live in the Corey School District, we transfer our kids each year so they can stay there. The teachers are very personal with each child. You walk in and automatically someone knows who you are and who your kids are. The test scores are great and there is a very strong level of parental support as well. There is no other elementary school I would want my kids to attend. One more year and all 3 of my kids will be Corey Cubs. The principal, vice principal and all of the teachers have my support. Melanie Tarby
—Submitted by Melanie Tarby, a parent


Posted August 29, 2006

I love Corey !!! 3 of my kids graduted from there I have 1 more child there and my grandkids are now attending there. Corey has the best teachers. The kids get the highest education there also the special help they get is excellent!!! I'm so blessed to have and good school with good teachers .
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 9, 2006

My two children attended Corey for 7 years. They are very strong in nurturing social development and self-esteem. They were very creative and made learning fun through projects and enrichment activities. My children have great memories of Corey.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 6, 2005

I think this happens to be one of the best schools in the DFW area. It's well renown for it's excelency and quality of education, and life over all. It's always clean and very well maintained. Students are laxed and always seem to enjoy themselves. My daughter loves school and really enjoys it there. The teachers seem to also really try to work with the Students. The classrooms are also not over jamed with high student to children ratios.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2005

Great drama club. Good school for kids who are struggling and need special tutoring.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 12, 2004

Corey Elementary is one of the best schools in Arlington. As a parent of a third grader, I am excited that next year I will have another child attending Corey as a Kindergartener. The teachers are very professional and knowledgeable. They are always ready if you have a question about your child's progress or if your child needs individual attention. I am extremely happy with the entire faculty and staff at Corey . Shay Ballinger
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 20, 2003

My daughter attended Corey (High Schooler now) and my son is currently a student of Corey Elementary. The feeling you get when you enter Corey Elementary is one of friendliness and professionalism. Being a very active PTA board member and volunteer I have interacted with many teachers, office staff, and the children. It is obvious that our children are receiving respect, wonderful social skills, and an education that will ensure success in their futures. We are blessed to be included in the Corey family.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 9, 2003

As the mother of a 2nd grader and a kindergardener, I have some experience with the teachers and staff at Corey. The best kindergarden teacher they have at Corey (Mrs. Laura Doss) will be teaching at another AISD school next year. The parents of the kids in her current class are campaigning to have her remain at Corey. She is an excellent teacher, very enthusiastic and warm. She makes the kids want to come to school each day.


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.

97 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
78%

2008

 
 
90%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

97 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
99%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.

103 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
87%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

102 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
90%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

104 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
87%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

109 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
87%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

111 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

109 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
90%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

122 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
78%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

121 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
95%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students91%
Female90%
Male91%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White87%
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special education100%
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students86%
Female86%
Male85%
Black or African American89%
Asiann/a
Hispanic90%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White85%
Economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special education43%
Not special education89%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English85%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant86%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students91%
Female95%
Male88%
Black or African American93%
Asiann/a
Hispanic95%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education75%
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students87%
Female93%
Male83%
Black or African American71%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White87%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education75%
Not special education88%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English86%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant87%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students91%
Female96%
Male88%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special education50%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)80%
Proficient in English92%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students90%
Female86%
Male94%
Black or African American76%
Asiann/a
Hispanic78%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White97%
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Special educationn/a
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students96%
Female95%
Male98%
Black or African American82%
Asiann/a
Hispanic96%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged96%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education100%
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English96%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students94%
Female89%
Male100%
Black or African American81%
Asiann/a
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White98%
Economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special education80%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students93%
Female93%
Male94%
Black or African American92%
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education75%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students92%
Female99%
Male82%
Black or African American92%
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special education57%
Not special education94%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English92%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Recognized".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 66% 34%
Hispanic 16% 48%
Black 14% 14%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 10%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 3%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 5%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 31%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 4%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 10%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 12%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 29%N/A23%
21 or more years 44%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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5200 Kelly Elliott Rd
Arlington, TX 76017
Phone: (682) 867-3900

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