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#2333 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 27% in state

Arturo Salazar EL

Elementary School · DALLAS ISD

1120 S RAVINIA DR, Dallas, TX 75211

Enrollment

400

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#2,333 of 8,552

In Dallas

#117 of 374

public schools

In district

#86 of 235

DALLAS ISD

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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7.5/10

Elementary School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Arturo Salazar EL

Arturo Salazar EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Arturo Salazar EL serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Arturo Salazar EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,333 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Arturo Salazar EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,470
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Arturo Salazar EL — Students at Arturo Salazar EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 63.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 63.2% (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
85%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
38.9%
ELA
42.7%
2024
Math
42%
ELA
42%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Arturo Salazar EL Compares

See how Arturo Salazar EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in TX
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

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

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 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARGARET B HENDERSON EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WINNETKA EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably 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 7.4
L V STOCKARD MIDDLE Dallas 0.8 mi 6.8
LIDA HOOE EL Dallas 0.8 mi 4.9
BRIGHT MINDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Dallas 1.0 mi
MARIA MORENO STEAM ACADEMY Dallas 0.9 mi 8.1
GOLDEN RULE CHARTER SCHOOL Dallas 1.0 mi 7.8
HALL PERSONALIZED LEARNING ACADEMY AT OAK CLIFF Dallas 1.1 mi 8.5
L O DONALD EL Dallas 1.1 mi 8.3
ANSON JONES EL Dallas 1.1 mi 4.2
SUNSET H S Dallas 1.2 mi 5.3
LOUISE WOLFF KAHN EL Dallas 1.3 mi 7.2
GOLDEN RULE Dallas 1.2 mi 9.5
ZAN WESLEY HOLMES JR MIDDLE Dallas 1.6 mi 7.2
WINNETKA EL Dallas 1.4 mi 8.6
JIMMIE TYLER BRASHEAR EL Dallas 1.6 mi 6.4
W E GREINER EXPLORATORY ARTS ACADEMY Dallas 1.4 mi 7.6
ROSEMONT LOWER - CHRIS V SEMOS BUILDING Dallas 1.7 mi 6.1
MARGARET B HENDERSON EL Dallas 1.6 mi 8.7
CELESTINO MAURICIO SOTO JR EL Dallas 1.5 mi 8.1
STEVENS PARK EL Dallas 1.9 mi 7.3

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

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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 ranks #2,333 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Arturo Salazar EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Arturo Salazar EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Arturo Salazar EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Arturo Salazar EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

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