Serving 987 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George W Truett 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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-5
- Enrollment: 987 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George W Truett Elementary serves the northeast part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 0.8 miles to the school. The furthest point from the school is about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George W Truett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
George W Truett Elementary School's student population of 987 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
987 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
George W Truett 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 George W Truett Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#4153 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
64%
54%
Black
30%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George W Truett Elementary School's ranking?
George W Truett Elementary School is ranked #4153 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend George W Truett Elementary School?
987 students attend George W Truett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of George W Truett Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George W Truett Elementary School?
George W Truett Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George W Truett Elementary School offer ?
George W Truett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is George W Truett Elementary School part of?
George W Truett Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is George W Truett Elementary School located?
George W Truett Elementary School is located in the Big Town Estates neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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