Serving 824 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 824 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building's student population of 824 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
824 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building is 0.37, 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
#5696 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
15%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building's ranking?
Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building is ranked #5696 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building often compared to?
Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Buildingis often viewed alongside schools like Hogg New Tech Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building?
824 students attend Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building?
Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building offer ?
Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building part of?
Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building is part of Dallas ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building located?
Rosemont Lower - Chris V Semos Building is located in the Kessler neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Kessler.
School Reviews
5 1/18/2009
My child started there in Pre-K in the dual language program. I have been very pleased with how well she has done - she is reading above grade level now and is also speaking spanish! I couldnt be happier with the teachers and administration!
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