Serving 561 students in grades 3-5, Dallas Intermediate School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Dallas El School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Dallas school district, covering approximately 48.1 square miles in Dallas, PA. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 6.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dallas Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dallas Intermediate School's student population of 561 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
561 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn. Lead. Achieve. Succeed.
School Rankings
Dallas Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dallas Intermediate School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#265 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dallas Intermediate School's ranking?
Dallas Intermediate School is ranked #265 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Dallas Intermediate School often compared to?
Dallas Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gna El Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dallas Intermediate School?
561 students attend Dallas Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Dallas Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dallas Intermediate School?
Dallas Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dallas Intermediate School offer ?
Dallas Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dallas Intermediate School part of?
Dallas Intermediate School is part of Dallas School District.
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