CACTUS EL
487 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
School Overview
Cactus Elementary School is a public school located in Cactus, Texas, serving as a primary educational facility within the Dumas Independent School District. Situated in a community with a unique demographic and economic landscape, the school focuses on providing foundational instruction to a diverse student body. As part of the Dumas school system, Cactus Elementary operates with the mission to support student growth in both academic proficiency and social development, often tailoring its programs to meet the specific linguistic and educational needs of the local population.
The school’s connection to the Dumas Independent School District ensures that it adheres to state-mandated curriculum standards while benefiting from the resources and organizational structure of a larger district. Parents and community members can access ongoing updates, school calendars, and administrative information through the official district website at http://www.dumas-k12.net. Overall, Cactus Elementary functions as a vital anchor for the youth of Cactus, prioritizing a supportive learning environment designed to prepare elementary-aged children for success in their future academic endeavors.
The school’s connection to the Dumas Independent School District ensures that it adheres to state-mandated curriculum standards while benefiting from the resources and organizational structure of a larger district. Parents and community members can access ongoing updates, school calendars, and administrative information through the official district website at http://www.dumas-k12.net. Overall, Cactus Elementary functions as a vital anchor for the youth of Cactus, prioritizing a supportive learning environment designed to prepare elementary-aged children for success in their future academic endeavors.
487
Total Students
33.4
Full-Time Teachers
14.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic | 419 |
| Black | 39 |
| Asian | 18 |
| Two or More | 1 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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Hispanic419 (86.0%)
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Black39 (8.0%)
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Asian18 (3.7%)
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White8 (1.6%)
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American Indian2 (0.4%)
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Two or More1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | DUMAS ISD |
| Phone: | (806)966-5102 |
| Website: | http://www.dumasisd.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 4th |
| Total Students: | 487 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 33.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 408 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 50 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
51
Kindergarten
85
Grade 1
96
Grade 2
98
Grade 3
85
Grade 4
72
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 51 |
| Kindergarten | 85 |
| Grade 1 | 96 |
| Grade 2 | 98 |
| Grade 3 | 85 |
| Grade 4 | 72 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 252 | 51.7% |
| Male | 235 | 48.3% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
256 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th