Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Aikin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Aikin Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.5 miles to the school from the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aikin Elementary School's student population of 449 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
449 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aikin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aikin Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#6759 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
28%
54%
Black
35%
13%
White
10%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Blue & White
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aikin Elementary School's ranking?
Aikin Elementary School is ranked #6759 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Aikin Elementary School often compared to?
Aikin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Audelia Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Aikin Elementary School?
449 students attend Aikin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Aikin Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aikin Elementary School?
Aikin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aikin Elementary School offer ?
Aikin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Aikin Elementary School part of?
Aikin Elementary School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Aikin Elementary School located?
Aikin Elementary School is located in the Lake Highlands neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Lake Highlands.
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