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#6384 of 8,552 schools in TX
Harrell Budd EL
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
2121 S MARSALIS AVE, Dallas, TX 75216
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,384 of 8,552
In Dallas
#286 of 374
public schools
In district
#200 of 235
DALLAS ISD
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About Harrell Budd EL
Harrell Budd EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Harrell Budd EL serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrell Budd EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #6,384 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Harrell Budd EL show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Harrell Budd EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Harrell Budd EL — Students at Harrell Budd EL score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
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: 6.0/10.
How Harrell Budd EL Compares
See how Harrell Budd 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
2121 S MARSALIS AVE, Dallas, TX 75216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harrell Budd EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FELIX G BOTELLO PERSONALIZED LEARNING EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN F PEELER EL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP TRUTH ACADEMY Dallas | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP TRUTH EL Dallas | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| BOUDE STOREY MIDDLE Dallas | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| CLINTON P RUSSELL EL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 9.6 |
| BARBARA M MANNS H S DAEP Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BARBARA M MANNS MIDDLE DAEP Dallas | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ELEMENTARY' DISCIPLINARY ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PRG Dallas | 1.3 mi | — |
| UPLIFT PINNACLE PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| ACADEMY OF DALLAS Dallas | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| OAK CLIFF FAITH FAMILY ACADEMY Desoto | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| SOUTH OAK CLIFF H S Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| JOHN NEELY BRYAN EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| JOHN F PEELER EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - OAK CLIFF Dallas | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| FELIX G BOTELLO PERSONALIZED LEARNING EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| SOUTHWEST ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Dallas | 1.4 mi | — |
| MOMENTOUS SCHOOL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| CLARA OLIVER EL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| W H ADAMSON H S Dallas | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harrell Budd EL
What grades does Harrell Budd EL serve?
Harrell Budd EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Harrell Budd EL?
Harrell Budd EL has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrell Budd EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Harrell Budd EL is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harrell Budd EL rank in TX?
Harrell Budd EL ranks #6,384 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Harrell Budd EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Harrell Budd EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Harrell Budd EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrell Budd EL has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Harrell Budd EL a charter school?
No, Harrell Budd EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harrell Budd EL a Title I school?
No, Harrell Budd EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harrell Budd EL?
93.3% of students at Harrell Budd 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
- 450
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.7%
- Phone
- (972) 502-8400
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #200 of 235
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