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Ennis Intermediate School

Public | 4-6 | 679 students

 

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Posted April 9, 2009

The Intermediate School has high quality of staff and cirriculum. It offers music weekly and art within the content areas. Since it is only for 4th and 5th there are not to many extracurricular activities, like sports, but they participate in and host UIL competitions. There is a great deal of parent involevement with a very active PTO.
—Submitted by a staff


Posted July 25, 2005

EIS is a good school in general. They have great UIL programs and the music teacher is super. The one thing I would change is communication. I would love a consistent newsletter and parent conferences should be scheduled without having to ask for one. Ennis schools are good in general and on the right track.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 5, 2005

I think because this school is still extremely new, there are many opportunities for growth and advancement. I am disappointed in the lack of experience some of the teachers have and would like to see more experienced teachers employed. I also feel the school can improve its safety and discipline. Another major area of opportunity is with the school lunches. Many of the foods offered are fried and are lacking in nutritional content.
—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 88% in 2011.

201 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
91%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

201 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
88%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

195 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
94%
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.

246 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
91%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

247 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
93%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

240 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
84%

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 83% in 2011.

217 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
n/a

2009

 
 
n/a

2008

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

219 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
n/a

2009

 
 
n/a

2008

 
 
n/a
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 Students87%
Female90%
Male84%
Black or African American88%
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged90%
Special education86%
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)47%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant87%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students83%
Female91%
Male75%
Black or African American81%
Asiann/a
Hispanic78%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Special education71%
Not special education83%
Limited English proficient (LEP)35%
Proficient in English85%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant83%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students79%
Female92%
Male67%
Black or African American69%
Asiann/a
Hispanic80%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White82%
Economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged80%
Special education62%
Not special education80%
Limited English proficient (LEP)53%
Proficient in English80%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant79%
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%
Female91%
Male88%
Black or African American84%
Asiann/a
Hispanic89%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special education53%
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)75%
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students88%
Female92%
Male83%
Black or African American81%
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special education50%
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)58%
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant88%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students90%
Female89%
Male91%
Black or African American86%
Asiann/a
Hispanic87%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged87%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special education67%
Not special education91%
Limited English proficient (LEP)58%
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
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 Students75%
Female75%
Male76%
Black or African American52%
Asiann/a
Hispanic75%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White81%
Economically disadvantaged74%
Not economically disadvantaged78%
Special education35%
Not special education80%
Limited English proficient (LEP)80%
Proficient in English77%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant75%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students80%
Female85%
Male74%
Black or African American72%
Asiann/a
Hispanic75%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Special education40%
Not special education85%
Limited English proficient (LEP)80%
Proficient in English84%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant80%
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 "Academically Acceptable".
  • 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

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 53% 50%
White 35% 31%
Black 10% 13%
Two or more races 1% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Asian 0% 3%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 14%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 10%N/A8%
Economically disadvantaged 65%N/A55%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 7%N/A17%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 20N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 6%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 24%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 17%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 31%N/A23%
21 or more years 23%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mrs Lori Redning
Fax number
  • (972) 875-8030

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
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801 W Denton St
Ennis, TX 75119
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