What grades does STEPHENS EL serve?

STEPHENS EL is a Primary school serving students in SHADY SHORES, TX. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is STEPHENS EL located?

STEPHENS EL is located at SHADY SHORES, TX in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at STEPHENS EL?

STEPHENS EL has a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1.

What schools are in SHADY SHORES, TX?

SHADY SHORES, TX is served by the local school district. STEPHENS EL is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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STEPHENS EL — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|SHADY SHORES, Texas|DENTON ISD

SHADY SHORES, TX 76208

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Mon

PLC Day / Student HolidayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Mon

HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Tue

PLC Day / Student HolidayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Thu

Early Release for Studentshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Elementary students will be released at noon, middle school students at 12:30 p.m., and high school students at 1:05 p.m.

Dec

Mon

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

461

Student:Teacher

13.2:1

Locale

Suburban

District

DENTON ISD

Econ. Disadvantaged

61.2%

Phone

(940)369-0800

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

40-44%

Math Proficiency

40-44%

Chronic Absenteeism

3.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

26 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1

Near average in TX

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

417

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

35.25

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.5

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,484

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,889

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,664

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 8%State 14%Local 78%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$362,142

-3.8% 1yr+26.1% 5yr

Dallas, TX metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

12.4%

Below 150% poverty line

4.1%

Unemployment rate

10.9%

Uninsured residents

6.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

5,577

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

5,269

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,953 (37%)

Autism

793 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

777 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

753 (14%)

Emotional Disturbance

499 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

315 (6%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

422

Current enrollment

Stable(+7% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 21, 2026

PLC Day / Student Holiday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Staff Day

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Holiday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Tue, Oct 13, 2026

PLC Day / Student Holiday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in DENTON ISD. STEPHENS EL follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	PLC Day / Student HolidayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	PLC Day / Student HolidayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Early Release for StudentsDistrict-wide Elementary students will be released at noon, middle school students at 12:30 p.m., and high school students at 1:05 p.m.	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	PLC Day / Student HolidayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Staff Exchange Day / Student HolidayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	District Holiday - No ClassesDistrict-wide All Denton ISD campuses and offices will be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	PLC Day / Student HolidayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Apr 6, 2027	STAAR TestingDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	1/2 Student DayDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—