Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas L Marsalis Elementary serves the southwest part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 2.2 miles from the school.
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy's student population of 392 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
392 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy is 0.40, 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
#3708 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
24%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
74%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy's ranking?
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy is ranked #3708 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy often compared to?
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Belt Line Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
392 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, 24% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy?
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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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