Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arturo Salazar Elementary School 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 38% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 42%).
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 Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arturo Salazar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arturo Salazar Elementary School's student population of 431 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arturo Salazar Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arturo Salazar Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#3143 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
98%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
1%
26%
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
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arturo Salazar Elementary School's ranking?
Arturo Salazar Elementary School is ranked #3143 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Arturo Salazar Elementary School often compared to?
Arturo Salazar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Tolbert Elementary School, Ronald E Mcnair Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Arturo Salazar Elementary School?
431 students attend Arturo Salazar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Arturo Salazar Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arturo Salazar Elementary School?
Arturo Salazar Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arturo Salazar Elementary School offer ?
Arturo Salazar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Arturo Salazar Elementary School part of?
Arturo Salazar Elementary School is part of Dallas ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Arturo Salazar Elementary School located?
Arturo Salazar Elementary School is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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