Serving 99 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Golden Rule ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Rule ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Golden Rule's student population of 99 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
99 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Rule ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Rule is 0.02, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1747 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Rule's ranking?
Golden Rule is ranked #1747 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Golden Rule often compared to?
Golden Ruleis often viewed alongside schools like Golden Rule Southwest by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Golden Rule?
99 students attend Golden Rule.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Golden Rule students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Rule?
Golden Rule has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Golden Rule offer ?
Golden Rule offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Golden Rule part of?
Golden Rule is part of Golden Rule Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Golden Rule located?
Golden Rule is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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