Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy's student population of 426 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy is 0.39, 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
#4419 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
74%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy's ranking?
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy is ranked #4419 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy?
426 students attend Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy?
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy offer ?
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy part of?
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
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