For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,722 students in 75235, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 75235, TX are Montessori Academy At Onesimo Hernandez Elementary School, Obadiah Knight Elementary School and Maple Lawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 75235 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in 75235, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75235, TX Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montessori Academy At Onesimo Hernandez Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5555 Maple Ave
Dallas, TX 75235
(972) 925-2700
Dallas, TX 75235
(972) 925-2700
Gr: PK-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Obadiah Knight Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2615 Anson Rd
Dallas, TX 75235
(972) 749-5300
Dallas, TX 75235
(972) 749-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Maple Lawn Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3120 Inwood Rd
Dallas, TX 75235
(972) 925-2500
Dallas, TX 75235
(972) 925-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Thomas J Rusk Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2929 Inwood Rd
Dallas, TX 75235
(972) 925-2000
Dallas, TX 75235
(972) 925-2000
Gr: 6-8 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
6516 Forest Park Rd
Dallas, TX 75235
(972) 925-3700
Dallas, TX 75235
(972) 925-3700
Gr: PK-3 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
75235, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5606 Wayside Dr
Dallas, TX 75235
(972) 749-5500
Dallas, TX 75235
(972) 749-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
5555 Maple Ave
Dallas, TX 75235
(214) 925-2700
Dallas, TX 75235
(214) 925-2700
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
P A S S Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
4711 Harry Hines
Dallas, TX 75235
(214) 905-9551
Dallas, TX 75235
(214) 905-9551
Gr: 6-12 | 16 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 75235, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 75235, TX include Montessori Academy At Onesimo Hernandez Elementary School, Obadiah Knight Elementary School and Maple Lawn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 75235?
5 public elementary schools are located in 75235.
What is the racial composition of students in 75235?
75235 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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