Serving 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, George B Dealey Montessori Academy ranks in the top 5% 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 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 76% (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
Diversity
School Overview
George B Dealey Montessori Academy's student population of 636 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
George B Dealey Montessori Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 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
#143 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
35%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George B Dealey Montessori Academy's ranking?
George B Dealey Montessori Academy is ranked #143 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
636 students attend George B Dealey Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of George B Dealey Montessori Academy students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 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 15:1, 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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