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Harry C Withers Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 401 students

 

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Posted April 3, 2013

We LOVE Withers! I grew up in Dallas and attended a private school growing up. Withers has exceeded our expectations as a parent and our kids love it. If you are in the neighborhood, strongly consider sending your kids here.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2011

Withers is a wonderful place to work. My co-workers are dedicated, and the support of the community is amazing. I would like to note that the test scores posted by Greatschools are incorrect. We are a TEA Recognized school with a Reading score of 84%, not 72%. Thank you for your interest in Withers Elementary!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted April 5, 2011

Best Parent involvement Best teachers and Principal. Lot of support from the Latin parents. Best PTA. Great Community


Posted October 26, 2010

Great stability, leadership and community support. Everyone works toward student success. Its a complete effort.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 29, 2010

Great school! Great Teachers! Great Administration! And yes I agree, parent involvement is outstanding. I have never seen a more involved PTA, Dads club, Hispanic Group ever. Such a large parent involvement makes me want to be as active as I can to help out. I proudly take my two daughters there and know that when I drop them off in the morning they are excellent hands. Thank You Withers community for the excellent school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 23, 2010

The principal, teachers and parents work together to make this an extraordinary place for our children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 23, 2010

Experienced teachers, small class sizes, great support groups, dual language program, abundance of extra-cirrucla activities for a public school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2010

Great principal, great teachers and huge parent involvement.
—Submitted by Kathy Shockley, a parent


Posted April 22, 2010

Families. Teachers. Principal. Art and Creativity. Dual Language. Dads' Club. They're green. United Community. Come see it for yourself.... And I forgot to click the frog?!?!?!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2010

Dual languange program & parental involvement!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2010

School is great because evryone works together as a team. From the principal, to the teachers, to the parents, to the students. Everyone is involved which is great and Iam very happy to be a part of that.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2010

Withers' staff has really helped build the self confidence in my two children that currently attend. With the strong help and drive from the teachers, my 5th grader was able to achieve perfect TAKS test scores and has been accepted to attend a top rated magnet middle school for 6th grade. I know my kindergarten child will follow in the same footsteps with the continuing support of Wither's staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2010

The reason I love Harry C. Withers is because it's such an awesome school. The teachers genuinely care for their students. Students here are involved in many activities put on by the teachers themselves. It's again just an awesome school. I wish every child could have a school like this to attend!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2010

Challenging curriculum, high quality teachers, high level of parent involvement, 2 way dual language program
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2010

Dual Language program, highly involved principal, teachers, parents and kids
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2010

great curriculum even better teachers
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 22, 2010

Involved parents and teachers, great principal and unique opportunity for my son to learn a second language.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 15, 2009

I have two children in school at Withers and I am extremely happy with the quality of education and level of professionalism and caring of all the teachers and staff. They are in a fantastic dual language program that is such an enrichment to every aspect of their curriculum. They are benefitting more from this program than I ever imagined.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 14, 2009

My son is in Pre-K and loves going to school everyday. They are very helpful with any concerns or issues.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 14, 2009

Being a parent of 5 children who attended and still attending Withers for 12 years. My Two oldest are now 20 and 21 and my youngest in the 4th I would not have sent them to another elementary school the teachers are wonderful and the parent involvement amazing. We will always be Wild Cats in our hearts.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

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.

58 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
59%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

39 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
81%
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.

46 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
96%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

25 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
78%

2008

 
 
83%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

19 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
96%
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.

48 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
100%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

46 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
91%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

47 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
93%
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 Students95%
Female94%
Male96%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic94%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)92%
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students72%
Female74%
Male70%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic76%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White67%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged62%
Special educationn/a
Not special education75%
Limited English proficient (LEP)56%
Proficient in English82%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant72%
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 Students98%
Female96%
Male100%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic98%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged97%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged100%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education100%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant100%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students95%
Female89%
Male100%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English94%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
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 Students96%
Female92%
Male100%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic95%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged98%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Special education100%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)97%
Proficient in English93%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students89%
Female88%
Male90%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic88%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Special educationn/a
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)87%
Proficient in English93%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students91%
Female92%
Male91%
Black or African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic90%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Special education80%
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)91%
Proficient in English93%
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

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

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

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 78% 50%
White 18% 31%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Black 1% 13%
Two or more races 1% 2%
Asian 0% 3%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 5%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 11%N/A8%
Economically disadvantaged 81%N/A55%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 61%N/A17%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 0%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 30%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 21%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 18%N/A23%
21 or more years 32%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Andrea Cockrell
Fax number
  • (972) 794-5001

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
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3959 Northaven Rd
Dallas, TX 75229
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