Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northlake 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northlake Elementary serves the southern part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northlake Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Northlake 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 Northlake Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#4536 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
42%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northlake Elementary School's ranking?
Northlake Elementary School is ranked #4536 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Northlake Elementary School often compared to?
Northlake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Highlands Elementary School, White Rock Elementary School 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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Northlake Elementary School?
414 students attend Northlake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Northlake Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northlake Elementary School?
Northlake Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northlake Elementary School offer ?
Northlake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Northlake Elementary School part of?
Northlake Elementary School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Northlake Elementary School located?
Northlake Elementary School is located in the Lake Highlands neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Lake Highlands.
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