SHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SHAW EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MESQUITE ISD school district, located in MESQUITE, TX with about 884 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 51 teachers, SHAW EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

SHAW ELementary School is a public PK-6 institution located in Mesquite, Texas, and serves as part of the Mesquite Independent School District. Situated in a residential area of the city, the school functions as a foundational pillar of its neighborhood, dedicated to providing core academic instruction and fostering the social and emotional development of its elementary-aged students. As a district campus, SHAW ELementary adheres to the broader mission of Mesquite ISD, which emphasizes preparing students for success in higher education and the workforce through a structured, supportive learning environment.

The school is characterized by its commitment to community engagement and student success within the Mesquite school system. It offers a standard curriculum enriched by the district's technological and pedagogical resources, aiming to provide equitable educational opportunities for its diverse student body. By focusing on fundamental literacy, mathematics, and science, SHAW ELementary works to build a strong academic base for its students as they transition toward middle school, while maintaining a strong connection to the local Mesquite community.

For more information, contact SHAW EL at (972) 882-7060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.