Mockingbird Elementary School, formerly known as Stonewall Jackson Elementary School, is a public elementary school located in the Lower Greenville neighborhood, in East Dallas, Dallas, Texas. It is operated by the Dallas Independent School District.
Serving 651 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mockingbird Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mockingbird Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mockingbird Elementary School's student population of 651 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Mockingbird Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mockingbird Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#699 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
53%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mockingbird Elementary School's ranking?
Mockingbird Elementary School is ranked #699 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mockingbird Elementary School often compared to?
Mockingbird Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Elementary School, Dan D Rogers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mockingbird Elementary School?
651 students attend Mockingbird Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mockingbird Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mockingbird Elementary School?
Mockingbird Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mockingbird Elementary School offer ?
Mockingbird Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mockingbird Elementary School part of?
Mockingbird Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mockingbird Elementary School located?
Mockingbird Elementary School is located in the Lower Greenville neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Lower Greenville.
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