Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary serves the west part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School's student population of 598 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
598 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1903
School Rankings
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#3853 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
84%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, White, and Teal
School Mascot
Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School's ranking?
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School is ranked #3853 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School often compared to?
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Margaret B Henderson Elementary School, Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard, Uplift Pinnacle Prep P.s. by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School?
598 students attend Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School?
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School offer ?
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School part of?
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School located?
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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