Dalton Elementary School serves 815 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dalton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dalton Elementary School's student population of 815 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
815 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Loyal and True
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dalton Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
91%
54%
White
8%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dalton Elementary School?
815 students attend Dalton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Dalton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dalton Elementary School?
Dalton Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dalton Elementary School offer ?
Dalton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Dalton Elementary School part of?
Dalton Elementary School is part of Uvalde CISD School District.
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