Needs Improvement
#8398 of 8,552 schools in TX
Aikin EL
Elementary School · RICHARDSON ISD
12300 PLEASANT VLY DR, Dallas, TX 75243
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
518
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,398 of 8,552
In Dallas
#366 of 374
public schools
In district
#52 of 54
RICHARDSON ISD
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Aikin EL
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About Aikin EL
Aikin EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of RICHARDSON ISD. Aikin EL serves approximately 518 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Aikin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,398 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Aikin EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Aikin EL — Students at Aikin EL score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.8/10.
How Aikin EL Compares
See how Aikin EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12300 PLEASANT VLY DR, Dallas, TX 75243
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aikin EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Richardson), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOSS HAVEN EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST LANE ACADEMY Dallas | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| AUDELIA CREEK EL Dallas | 0.5 mi | 2.3 |
| RICHLAND COLLEGIATE H S OF MATH SCIENCE ENGINEERIN Dallas | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| SKYVIEW EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| FORESTRIDGE EL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| RICHLAND EL Richardson | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - DALLAS NORTH Dallas | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| LIBERTY J H Dallas | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - DALLAS Dallas | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| AUTISM TREATMENT CENTER DAY SCHOOL PROGRAM Dallas | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| FOREST MEADOW J H Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE LEARNING CENTER Richardson | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| JJAEP Richardson | 1.7 mi | — |
| I A N T QURANIC ACADEMY Richardson | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| EVOLUTION ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Richardson | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS H S Dallas | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MOSS HAVEN EL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MATH/SCIENCE/TECH MAGNET Richardson | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,357
Median Home Value
$359,100
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
63,907
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
26.7%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
33.7
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| BROWN EL Austin, TX | 2.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aikin EL
What grades does Aikin EL serve?
Aikin EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Aikin EL?
Aikin EL has an enrollment of approximately 518 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aikin EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Aikin EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Aikin EL rank in TX?
Aikin EL ranks #8,398 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Aikin EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Aikin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Aikin EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Aikin EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Aikin EL a charter school?
No, Aikin EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Aikin EL a Title I school?
No, Aikin EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aikin EL?
85.7% of students at Aikin 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 518
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.9%
- Phone
- (469) 593-1820
Resources & Links
District
RICHARDSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,085
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,101
- District Rank
- #52 of 54
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