Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Obadiah Knight 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Obadiah Knight Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Obadiah Knight Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Obadiah Knight 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 Obadiah Knight Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#3326 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
n/a
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
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Obadiah Knight Elementary School's ranking?
Obadiah Knight Elementary School is ranked #3326 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Obadiah Knight Elementary School often compared to?
Obadiah Knight Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Lawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Obadiah Knight Elementary School?
332 students attend Obadiah Knight Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Obadiah Knight Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Obadiah Knight Elementary School?
Obadiah Knight Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Obadiah Knight Elementary School offer ?
Obadiah Knight Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Obadiah Knight Elementary School part of?
Obadiah Knight Elementary School is part of Dallas ISD School District.
School Reviews
2 1/5/2012
This was the worst school I have ever encountered. My son attended this school and he was treated like trash. Most of the teachers displayed signs of prejudice. My sons self esteem dropped tremendously while he attended this school. My husband and I decided to relocate our family so my son wouldn't have to go through what he went through at this school.
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