ETHRIDGE EL

ETHRIDGE EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GARLAND ISD school district, located in GARLAND, TX with about 749 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, ETHRIDGE EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ETHRIDGE ELementary is a public school located in Garland, Texas, and is part of the Garland Independent School District (GISD). Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive primary education that emphasizes academic growth, social development, and preparation for middle school. As with other schools in the district, Ethridge operates under the GISD philosophy of fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement and community involvement.

The school is known for its commitment to the success of its diverse student body, utilizing the district’s resources to implement standardized curriculum and enrichment opportunities. By leveraging its location on Sam Houston Drive, Ethridge maintains a strong connection to the surrounding Garland neighborhood, often serving as a focal point for families in the area. For parents and community members, the school’s official website acts as a central hub for updates on academic calendars, district policies, and extracurricular programs.

For more information, contact ETHRIDGE EL at (972) 675-3020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2301 SAM HOUSTON DR
GARLAND, TX 75044-7599
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ETHRIDGE EL is a public Title I school in GARLAND, TX with about 749 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
GARLAND ISD
Total Students:
749
Teachers:
46.1
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 749 students

Hispanic/Latino
53.0%
Asian
18.2%
Black or African American
14.0%
White
9.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
3.1%
Two or more races
2.4%

Female
52.5%
Male
47.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.