Average
#3893 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 46% in state
Elisha M Pease EL
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
2914 CUMMINGS ST, Dallas, TX 75216
Enrollment
828
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
828
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,893 of 8,552
In Dallas
#199 of 374
public schools
In district
#146 of 235
DALLAS ISD
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Elisha M Pease EL
Elisha M Pease EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Elisha M Pease EL serves approximately 828 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Elisha M Pease EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,893 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Elisha M Pease EL show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Elisha M Pease 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
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Elisha M Pease EL — Students at Elisha M Pease EL score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
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: 7.4/10.
How Elisha M Pease EL Compares
See how Elisha M Pease 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
2914 CUMMINGS ST, Dallas, TX 75216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elisha M Pease EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J P STARKS EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CLARA OLIVER EL (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BARACK OBAMA MALE LEADERSHIP ACAD AT A MACEO SMITH Dallas | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| DR FREDERICK DOUGLASS TODD SR MIDDLE Dallas | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| WHITNEY M YOUNG JR EL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW TECH H S AT B F DARRELL H S Dallas | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| J N ERVIN EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| 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 |
| H I HOLLAND EL AT LISBON Dallas | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| J P STARKS EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| JOHN NEELY BRYAN EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| KIPP OAK CLIFF ACADEMY Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| DR FREDERICK HAYNES III GLOBAL PREP AT PAUL QUINN Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| OTTO M FRIDIA EL Dallas | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTHWEST ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Dallas | 2.4 mi | — |
| CLARA OLIVER EL Dallas | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| KENNEDY-CURRY MIDDLE Dallas | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| BOUDE STOREY MIDDLE Dallas | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Dallas | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTH OAK CLIFF H S Dallas | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,613
Median Home Value
$138,900
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
54,556
College Educated
9.1%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
31.5%
Median Age
33.7
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| ACADEMY EL Little River, TX | 6.6 |
| ANDERSON EL Conroe, TX | 6.6 |
| ANDREWS EL Portland, TX | 6.6 |
| ARMANDO CERNA EL Eagle Pass, TX | 6.6 |
| B H HAMBLEN EL Channelview, TX | 6.6 |
| BARRETT EL Crosby, TX | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elisha M Pease EL
What grades does Elisha M Pease EL serve?
Elisha M Pease EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Elisha M Pease EL?
Elisha M Pease EL has an enrollment of approximately 828 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elisha M Pease EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Elisha M Pease EL is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elisha M Pease EL rank in TX?
Elisha M Pease EL ranks #3,893 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Elisha M Pease EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Elisha M Pease EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Elisha M Pease EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elisha M Pease EL has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Elisha M Pease EL a charter school?
No, Elisha M Pease EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elisha M Pease EL a Title I school?
No, Elisha M Pease EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elisha M Pease EL?
96.1% of students at Elisha M Pease 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 828
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.3%
- Phone
- (214) 932-3800
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #146 of 235
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