Serving 634 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, George B Dealey Montessori Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George B Dealey Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
George B Dealey Montessori Academy's student population of 634 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
634 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
George B Dealey Montessori Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George B Dealey Montessori Academy is 0.74, 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
#65 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
13%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
36%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George B Dealey Montessori Academy's ranking?
George B Dealey Montessori Academy is ranked #65 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are George B Dealey Montessori Academy often compared to?
George B Dealey Montessori Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur Kramer Elementary School, Henry W Longfellow Career Exploration Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend George B Dealey Montessori Academy?
634 students attend George B Dealey Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of George B Dealey Montessori Academy students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George B Dealey Montessori Academy?
George B Dealey Montessori Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George B Dealey Montessori Academy offer ?
George B Dealey Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is George B Dealey Montessori Academy part of?
George B Dealey Montessori Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is George B Dealey Montessori Academy located?
George B Dealey Montessori Academy is located in the North Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in North Dallas.
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