Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John F Peeler Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John F Peeler Elementary serves the west part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 0.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
John F Peeler Elementary School's student population of 353 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
John F Peeler 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 John F Peeler Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#5247 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
94%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John F Peeler Elementary School's ranking?
John F Peeler Elementary School is ranked #5247 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are John F Peeler Elementary School often compared to?
John F Peeler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hogg New Tech Center, Bishop Arts Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend John F Peeler Elementary School?
353 students attend John F Peeler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of John F Peeler Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F Peeler Elementary School?
John F Peeler Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does John F Peeler Elementary School offer ?
John F Peeler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is John F Peeler Elementary School part of?
John F Peeler Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is John F Peeler Elementary School located?
John F Peeler 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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