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#3576 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 42% in state

Cedar Crest EL

Elementary School · DALLAS ISD

2020 MOUSER ST, Dallas, TX 75203

Enrollment

373

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,576 of 8,552

In Dallas

#184 of 374

public schools

In district

#136 of 235

DALLAS ISD

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Cedar Crest EL

6.8/10

Elementary School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cedar Crest EL

Cedar Crest EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Cedar Crest EL serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Crest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,576 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Cedar Crest EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Cedar Crest EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+3.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+15.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,470
Chronic Absenteeism32.7%

Cedar Crest EL — Students at Cedar Crest EL score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
29.3%
ELA
27.4%
2024
Math
47%
ELA
50%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.

How Cedar Crest EL Compares

See how Cedar Crest EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
58th percentile in TX
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2020 MOUSER ST, Dallas, TX 75203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cedar Crest EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J P STARKS EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JAMES BOWIE EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT H S OF INNOVATION Dallas 0.3 mi 3.6
SOUTHWEST ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Dallas 0.6 mi
TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL Dallas 0.7 mi 9.6
N W HARLLEE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Dallas 1.2 mi 7.6
MARVIN E ROBINSON SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MGMT Dallas 1.3 mi 9.3
SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS Dallas 1.3 mi 8.9
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING Dallas 1.3 mi 9.2
ROSIE SORRELLS EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SERVICES H S Dallas 1.3 mi 9.6
JUDGE BAREFOOT SANDERS LAW MAGNET Dallas 1.3 mi 8.8
SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED Dallas 1.3 mi 8.7
KIPP TRUTH ACADEMY Dallas 1.3 mi 5.6
KIPP TRUTH EL Dallas 1.3 mi 5.9
JOHN LEWIS SOCIAL JUSTICE ACADEMY AT O W HOLMES Dallas 1.5 mi 6.9
WILLIAM B MILLER EL Dallas 1.5 mi 5.4
HECTOR P GARCIA MIDDLE Dallas 1.5 mi 8.5
J P STARKS EL Dallas 1.6 mi 8.1
FELIX G BOTELLO PERSONALIZED LEARNING EL Dallas 1.5 mi 8.0
JAMES BOWIE EL Dallas 1.6 mi 8.1
JOHN NEELY BRYAN EL Dallas 1.9 mi 4.8
HARRELL BUDD EL Dallas 1.7 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,358

Median Home Value

$125,000

Median Rent

$1,110/mo

Population

15,710

College Educated

16.9%

Homeownership

37.4%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

30.5%

Median Age

33.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cedar Crest EL

What grades does Cedar Crest EL serve?

Cedar Crest EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Cedar Crest EL?

Cedar Crest EL has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Crest EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Crest EL is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cedar Crest EL rank in TX?

Cedar Crest EL ranks #3,576 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Cedar Crest EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Cedar Crest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cedar Crest EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Crest EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Cedar Crest EL a charter school?

No, Cedar Crest EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cedar Crest EL a Title I school?

No, Cedar Crest EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cedar Crest EL?

99.2% of students at Cedar Crest EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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How does Cedar Crest EL stack up?

C A TATUM JR EL
6.3
TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL
9.6
JACK LOWE SR EL
9.3
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.7%

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