TISINGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

TISINGER EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MESQUITE ISD school district, located in MESQUITE, TX with about 824 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 45 teachers, TISINGER EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

TISINGER ELementary School is a public school located in Mesquite, Texas, serving students within the Mesquite Independent School District. Situated on Hillcrest Street, the school is part of a suburban district known for its commitment to providing diverse educational opportunities and support services for its student population. As a neighborhood elementary school, Tisinger focuses on establishing a foundational academic environment that emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while fostering social-emotional development.

The school operates under the broader mission of Mesquite ISD, which prioritizes student success, community engagement, and the preparation of children for future academic transitions. Like other schools in the district, Tisinger utilizes a structured curriculum designed to meet state educational standards, often incorporating various extracurricular activities and support programs to assist students with diverse learning needs. Parents and community members can find more detailed information regarding school policies, calendar events, and district-wide initiatives on the official Mesquite ISD website.

For more information, contact TISINGER EL at (972) 882-5120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1701 HILLCREST ST
MESQUITE, TX 75149-2240
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TISINGER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MESQUITE, TX with about 824 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
MESQUITE ISD
Total Students:
824
Teachers:
45.45
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
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 824 students

Hispanic/Latino
41.9%
Black or African American
37.7%
White
16.4%
Two or more races
2.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.3%
Asian
0.5%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

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.