Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr 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 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: CELESTINO MAURICIO SOTO JR EL serves the west part of Dallas, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
444 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr 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 Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#4442 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School is ranked #4442 out of 8,096 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School?
444 students attend Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% 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 Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School?
Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School offer ?
Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School part of?
Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School located?
Celestino Mauricio Soto Jr Elementary School is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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