Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School's student population of 576 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#3007 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
92%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School is ranked #3007 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maria Moreno Steam Academy, Prestonwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School?
576 students attend Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School offer ?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School part of?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School is part of Dallas ISD School District.
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