For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,961 students in 75203, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 75203, TX are Felix G Botello Personalized Learning Elementary School, James Bowie Elementary School and Hector P Garcia Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 75203 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 75203, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75203, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Felix G Botello Personalized Learning Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
225 S Marsalis
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 502-4600
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 502-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
James Bowie Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
330 N Marsalis Ave
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-6600
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Hector P Garcia Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 E 8th St
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 502-5500
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 502-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Cedar Crest Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Mouser St
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-7400
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-7400
Gr: PK-6 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: n/an/a
1216 E Eighth St
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-6500
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-6500
Gr: PK-2 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
75203, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1216 East Eighth St
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-6500
Dallas, TX 75203
(972) 925-6500
Gr: PK-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Sau Campus High School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
414 S R L Thornton Fwy
Dallas, TX 75203
(214) 860-4370
Dallas, TX 75203
(214) 860-4370
Gr: 7-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Trinity Basin Preparatory (Closed 2025)
Charter School
808 N Ewing Ave
Dallas, TX 75203
(214) 942-8846
Dallas, TX 75203
(214) 942-8846
Gr: PK-8 | 2,017 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 75203, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 75203, TX include Felix G Botello Personalized Learning Elementary School, James Bowie Elementary School and Hector P Garcia Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 75203?
5 public elementary schools are located in 75203.
What is the racial composition of students in 75203?
75203 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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