Below Average
#7100 of 8,552 schools in TX
J N Ervin EL
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
3722 BLACK OAK DR, Dallas, TX 75241
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,100 of 8,552
In Dallas
#309 of 374
public schools
In district
#215 of 235
DALLAS ISD
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J N Ervin EL
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About J N Ervin EL
J N Ervin EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. J N Ervin EL serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. J N Ervin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #7,100 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for J N Ervin EL show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at J N Ervin 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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J N Ervin EL — Students at J N Ervin EL score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
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: 5.1/10.
How J N Ervin EL Compares
See how J N Ervin 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
3722 BLACK OAK DR, Dallas, TX 75241
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J N Ervin EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILMER-HUTCHINS EL (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J P STARKS EL (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP OAK CLIFF ACADEMY Dallas | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| DR FREDERICK HAYNES III GLOBAL PREP AT PAUL QUINN Dallas | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| BARACK OBAMA MALE LEADERSHIP ACAD AT A MACEO SMITH Dallas | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| KENNEDY-CURRY MIDDLE Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ELISHA M PEASE EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| DR FREDERICK DOUGLASS TODD SR MIDDLE Dallas | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| WHITNEY M YOUNG JR EL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - GRANT EAST Dallas | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| NEW TECH H S AT B F DARRELL H S Dallas | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| OTTO M FRIDIA EL Dallas | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Dallas | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| H I HOLLAND EL AT LISBON Dallas | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| WILMER-HUTCHINS H S Dallas | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| JOHN LEWIS SOCIAL JUSTICE ACADEMY AT O W HOLMES Dallas | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| WILLIAM B MILLER EL Dallas | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| J P STARKS EL Dallas | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| WILMER-HUTCHINS EL Dallas | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| JOHN NEELY BRYAN EL Dallas | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| CLARA OLIVER EL Dallas | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,171
Median Home Value
$162,900
Median Rent
$1,208/mo
Population
33,598
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
25.2%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| ARP EL Arp, TX | 4.4 |
| BATY EL Austin, TX | 4.4 |
| BOB HOPE EL San Antonio, TX | 4.4 |
| BROOKHAVEN EL Killeen, TX | 4.4 |
| BROWNSBORO EL Brownsboro, TX | 4.4 |
| CARVER EL Baytown, TX | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J N Ervin EL
What grades does J N Ervin EL serve?
J N Ervin EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend J N Ervin EL?
J N Ervin EL has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J N Ervin EL?
The student-teacher ratio at J N Ervin EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J N Ervin EL rank in TX?
J N Ervin EL ranks #7,100 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is J N Ervin EL's MySchoolScout rating?
J N Ervin EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 J N Ervin EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J N Ervin EL has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is J N Ervin EL a charter school?
No, J N Ervin EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J N Ervin EL a Title I school?
No, J N Ervin EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J N Ervin EL?
97.4% of students at J N Ervin 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
- 693
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (972) 749-3700
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #215 of 235
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