Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, University Park Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: University Park Elementary serves the northeast part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.9 miles, extending to a maximum of 1.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Park 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
University Park Elementary School's student population of 463 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
463 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1928
School Rankings
University Park Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Park Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#48 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
13%
White
80%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.8%
23%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon & Gold
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Park Elementary School's ranking?
University Park Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are University Park Elementary School often compared to?
University Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend University Park Elementary School?
463 students attend University Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of University Park Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Park Elementary School?
University Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does University Park Elementary School offer ?
University Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is University Park Elementary School part of?
University Park Elementary School is part of Highland Park Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is University Park Elementary School located?
University Park Elementary School is located in the Park Cities neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in Park Cities.
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