VERNAL LISTER EL
VERNAL LISTER EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the GARLAND ISD school district, located in GARLAND, TX with about 469 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 30 teachers, VERNAL LISTER EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
VERNAL LISTER ELementary School is a public school located in Garland, Texas, serving students within the Garland Independent School District. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and student engagement. By utilizing a variety of instructional strategies, the school aims to meet the diverse needs of its student population, helping them build a strong foundation for future educational success.
Beyond its core curriculum, VERNAL LISTER ELementary focuses on creating a strong community spirit through active involvement from students, staff, and families. The school emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education, often incorporating activities and programs that encourage social-emotional growth alongside traditional academics. With a focus on preparing students for the challenges of middle school and beyond, the school strives to cultivate a safe, collaborative atmosphere where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best.
For more information, contact VERNAL LISTER EL at (972) 675-3030 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GARLAND, TX 75040-3852
(972) 675-3030
http://www.garlandisd.net/lister
VERNAL LISTER EL is a public Title I school in GARLAND, TX with about 469 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- GARLAND ISD
- Total Students:
- 469
- Teachers:
- 30.37
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 469 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 42.9%
- Asian
- 20.0%
- Black or African American
- 16.2%
- White
- 16.0%
- Two or more races
- 3.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.5%
- Female
- 53.1%
- Male
- 46.9%
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.