Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School's student population of 455 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#5427 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
62%
53%
Black
30%
13%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School is ranked #5427 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School?
455 students attend Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School?
Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School offer ?
Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School part of?
Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School is part of Dallas ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School located?
Eddie Bernice Johnson Elementary School is located in the Old East Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Old East Dallas.
School Reviews
5 8/25/2023
The school makes learning fun for kids. They love the house system.
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