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#4201 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 49% in state
Frederick Douglass EL
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
226 N JIM MILLER RD, Dallas, TX 75227
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,201 of 8,552
In Dallas
#208 of 374
public schools
In district
#155 of 235
DALLAS ISD
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Frederick Douglass EL
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About Frederick Douglass EL
Frederick Douglass EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Frederick Douglass EL serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Frederick Douglass EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,201 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Frederick Douglass EL show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Frederick Douglass 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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Frederick Douglass EL — Students at Frederick Douglass EL score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
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: 6.3/10.
How Frederick Douglass EL Compares
See how Frederick Douglass 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
226 N JIM MILLER RD, Dallas, TX 75227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frederick Douglass EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANNIE WEBB BLANTON EL (rated 9.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE EL (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JULIUS DORSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E B COMSTOCK MIDDLE Dallas | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| W A BLAIR EL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| RUFUS C BURLESON EL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| HENRY B GONZALEZ PERSONALIZED LEARNING ACADEMY Dallas | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| SYLVIA MENDEZ CREW LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| B H MACON EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| JOHN Q ADAMS EL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| THELMA ELIZABETH PAGE RICHARDSON EL Dallas | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| INSPIRED VISION ACADEMY EL Dallas | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| INSPIRED VISION ACADEMY SECONDARY Dallas | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| JULIUS DORSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| PIEDMONT GLOBAL ACADEMY Dallas | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| W W SAMUELL H S Dallas | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| WILLIAM M ANDERSON EL Dallas | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| SAN JACINTO EL Dallas | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| H GRADY SPRUCE H S Dallas | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| CRISTO REY DALLAS COLLEGE PREP Dallas | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| ANNIE WEBB BLANTON EL Dallas | 3.0 mi | 9.1 |
| MEDLOCK YOUTH VILLAGE Dallas | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,395
Median Home Value
$203,000
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
57,087
College Educated
13.7%
Homeownership
56.1%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
31.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frederick Douglass EL
What grades does Frederick Douglass EL serve?
Frederick Douglass EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Frederick Douglass EL?
Frederick Douglass EL has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Frederick Douglass EL is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frederick Douglass EL rank in TX?
Frederick Douglass EL ranks #4,201 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Frederick Douglass EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Frederick Douglass EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Frederick Douglass EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frederick Douglass EL has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Frederick Douglass EL a charter school?
No, Frederick Douglass EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frederick Douglass EL a Title I school?
No, Frederick Douglass EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frederick Douglass EL?
97.9% of students at Frederick Douglass 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
- 429
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (972) 794-1400
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #155 of 235
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