Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Harry C Withers Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harry C Withers Elementary serves the northwest part of Dallas, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 4 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.5 miles to the school's edge. The furthest point from the school is about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry C Withers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harry C Withers Elementary School's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harry C Withers Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry C Withers Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1335 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry C Withers Elementary School's ranking?
Harry C Withers Elementary School is ranked #1335 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Harry C Withers Elementary School often compared to?
Harry C Withers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everette Lee Degolyer Elementary School, Marcus Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Harry C Withers Elementary School?
447 students attend Harry C Withers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Harry C Withers Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry C Withers Elementary School?
Harry C Withers Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harry C Withers Elementary School offer ?
Harry C Withers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Harry C Withers Elementary School part of?
Harry C Withers Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Harry C Withers Elementary School located?
Harry C Withers Elementary School is located in the Northwest Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest Dallas.
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