Very Good
#2474 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 29% in state
Arturo Salazar EL
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
1120 S RAVINIA DR, Dallas, TX 75211
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Dallas
#117 of 374
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#1,275 of 4,678
In district
#86 of 235
DALLAS ISD
School environment
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Arturo Salazar EL
Arturo Salazar Elementary is a regular public school located in the heart of Dallas, Texas. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, Arturo Salazar has an enrollment of 400 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1 with 32 full-time equivalent teachers. The school's location in a large city provides access to diverse cultural experiences and resources.
While the MySchoolScout rating for Arturo Salazar is 5.6 out of 10, placing it at the 52nd percentile among Texas schools, there are positive indicators of academic performance with 46% of students proficient or above in both ELA/Reading and Math. The school focuses on student development and has room for continued academic growth. Arturo Salazar Elementary is situated in a bustling urban environment that offers a wide range of community resources and activities to support its students' overall learning and well-being.
Score Breakdown
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Arturo Salazar EL — Students at Arturo Salazar EL score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 5.8/10.
How Arturo Salazar EL Compares
See how Arturo Salazar EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 53% (2019) to 38% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 51% (2019) to 42% (2021).
Location
1120 S RAVINIA DR, Dallas, TX 75211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arturo Salazar EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN RULE (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LIDA HOOE EL (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, L O DONALD EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEILA P COWART EL Dallas | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| L V STOCKARD MIDDLE Dallas | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| LIDA HOOE EL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| BRIGHT MINDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Dallas | 1.0 mi | — |
| MARIA MORENO STEAM ACADEMY Dallas | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| GOLDEN RULE CHARTER SCHOOL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| HALL PERSONALIZED LEARNING ACADEMY AT OAK CLIFF Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| L O DONALD EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ANSON JONES EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| SUNSET H S Dallas | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| LOUISE WOLFF KAHN EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| GOLDEN RULE Dallas | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| ZAN WESLEY HOLMES JR MIDDLE Dallas | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| WINNETKA EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| JIMMIE TYLER BRASHEAR EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| W E GREINER EXPLORATORY ARTS ACADEMY Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ROSEMONT LOWER - CHRIS V SEMOS BUILDING Dallas | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| MARGARET B HENDERSON EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CELESTINO MAURICIO SOTO JR EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| STEVENS PARK EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,377
Median Home Value
$198,500
Median Rent
$1,251/mo
Population
72,389
College Educated
13.7%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
31.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Arturo Salazar EL has a median household income of $56,377. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $198,500, with a median rent of $1,251/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.4%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
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| ALCORTA EL Abilene, TX | 7.2 |
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| ARP EL Arp, TX | 7.2 |
| AUSTIN EL Mesquite, TX | 7.2 |
| BEASLEY EL Mesquite, TX | 7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arturo Salazar EL
What grades does Arturo Salazar EL serve?
Arturo Salazar EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Arturo Salazar EL?
Arturo Salazar EL has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arturo Salazar EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Arturo Salazar EL is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arturo Salazar EL rank in TX?
Arturo Salazar EL is ranked #2474 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Arturo Salazar EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Arturo Salazar EL has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Arturo Salazar EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Arturo Salazar EL has 45.5% math proficiency and 46.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Arturo Salazar EL a charter school?
No, Arturo Salazar EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arturo Salazar EL a Title I school?
No, Arturo Salazar EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arturo Salazar EL?
96.0% of students at Arturo Salazar 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
- Walk Score
- 58 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 42 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 54 Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (4,021/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 502-1800
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #86 of 235
Other Schools in This District
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