Serving 694 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Carolyn G Bukhair 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Carolyn G. Bukhair Elementary is located in the west part of Dallas, TX, covering approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School's student population of 694 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
694 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carolyn G Bukhair 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 Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#6558 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
92%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School's ranking?
Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School is ranked #6558 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School often compared to?
Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dobie Pre-kindergarten School, Risd Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School?
694 students attend Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School?
Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School offer ?
Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School part of?
Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School located?
Carolyn G Bukhair Elementary School is located in the Far North Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in Far North Dallas.
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