Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is lower 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 98% 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: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Julius Dorsey Elementary serves the eastern part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy's student population of 458 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy 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 Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy is 0.17, 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
#2859 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
91%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy's ranking?
Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy is ranked #2859 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy often compared to?
Julius Dorsey Leadership Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Rufus C Burleson Elementary School 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy?
458 students attend Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy?
Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy offer ?
Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy part of?
Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy located?
Julius Dorsey Leadership Academy is located in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 13 other public schools located in Pleasant Grove.
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