School of the Week: Central Elementary

Central Elementary opens our new weekly series after earning an A rating from the Texas Education Agency for the 2025/2026 school year.

By Merv Moore • Shop in Seagoville • August 16, 2026

We are kicking off a brand new weekly feature at Shop in Seagoville: School of the Week, a running spotlight on all 16 schools serving our area. Each edition will introduce readers to a local campus, its programs, its people, and what is coming up on its calendar. We are proud to open the series with Central Elementary, part of the Seagoville feeder pattern in Dallas ISD.

A Rating, Six Distinction Designations

We are incredibly proud to announce that Central Elementary received an A rating for the 2025/2026 school year. This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and commitment of the school’s students, staff, families, and entire community. Central Elementary was also recognized for excellence with six distinction designations from the state.

“A heartfelt thank you to our amazing students, dedicated teachers, supportive families, and incredible staff. This achievement is a true reflection of what we can accomplish when we work together, with dedication, unity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We are so proud of what we have achieved together.” — Central Elementary

Quick Facts

• Grades: PreK 3 through 5th grade
• Mascot: Dragons
• School Colors: Royal Blue, Black, and White
• Meals: All students receive free breakfast and lunch daily
• School Division/Feeder Pattern: Seagoville Feeder

School Hours

• 7:30 a.m.: Doors open
• 7:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.: Arrival
• 7:45 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.: Breakfast in the classroom
• 8:00 a.m.: Instruction begins
• 8:10 a.m.: Tardy bell
• 3:20 p.m.: Dismissal

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Uniform and Dress Code

• Shirts: Royal Blue, Navy Blue, Light Blue, Black, or White polo style collared shirts
• Bottoms: Pants, shorts, dresses, or skirts in Navy Blue, Black, or Khaki
• Every Friday is Central/College Spirit Shirt Day, worn with uniform bottoms. Select Fridays are $1 jean days; families should follow the behavior calendar for specific dates.

Dallas ISD dress code policy • Uniform assistance program

Extracurricular Activities

There is something for everyone at Central Elementary. Students have opportunities to explore new interests, discover hidden talents, make new friends, and have fun beyond the classroom. Some clubs meet during the school day, while others are offered after school, including:

No matter what your child loves, there is a place to learn, grow, and shine at Central.

Achievements

Central Elementary is proud to be recognized as one of the top performing elementary schools in Dallas ISD:

• A rated
• Gold Ribbon School
• Ranked 3rd among elementary schools across the district (nonmagnet)
• Ranked 2nd for Children at Risk in North Texas

Mission and Vision

• District and Campus Mission: Educating ALL students for success
• District Vision: Dallas ISD seeks to be THE PREMIER urban school district
• Campus Vision: Central seeks to be THE PREMIER elementary school in Dallas ISD
• Central’s Goal: To become the number one campus in Dallas ISD with at least 85% passing, of which 40% will be advanced

Campus Goals

• Increase student academic achievement in all core content areas (reading, writing, math, and science) by providing quality, data driven, aligned, bell to bell instruction each day
• Improve the quality of instruction through the implementation of TEI, classroom observations, and effective feedback
• Improve and maintain a productive, positive campus culture and climate for staff, students, parents, and community members that aligns with the district’s core beliefs and goals
• Increase parent and community involvement and college and career readiness

Follow the Series

Central Elementary is the first of 16 area campuses we will feature in this weekly series. Check back each week as we introduce readers to another school in our community, its programs, its people, and what is happening on campus.