B F Darrell Elementary School (Closed 2010)

4730 S Lancaster Rd
Dallas, TX 75216
(School attendance zone shown in map)
B F Darrell Elementary School serves 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5. 
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (TX)
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
87%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.23
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend B F Darrell Elementary School?
328 students attend B F Darrell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of B F Darrell Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of B F Darrell Elementary School?
B F Darrell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does B F Darrell Elementary School offer ?
B F Darrell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is B F Darrell Elementary School part of?
B F Darrell Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.

Recent Articles

Zero Tolerance Policies in Public Schools Today
Zero Tolerance Policies in Public Schools Today
An updated look at zero tolerance policies in public schools, including current trends, costs, legal concerns, and what parents need to know now.
The Pros and Cons of Tracking in Schools Today
The Pros and Cons of Tracking in Schools Today
Explore the advantages and drawbacks of academic tracking in today’s public schools, including equity, outcomes, and what parents should consider.
Budgeting Hidden Costs of Public Schooling in 2026
Budgeting Hidden Costs of Public Schooling in 2026
Learn how families budget for school lunch, after-school care, and activities, the hidden costs of public schooling in 2026.