Excellent
#1344 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 16% in state
J P Starks EL
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
3033 TIPS BLVD, Dallas, TX 75216
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,344 of 8,552
In Dallas
#77 of 374
public schools
In district
#56 of 235
DALLAS ISD
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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J P Starks EL
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About J P Starks EL
J P Starks EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. J P Starks EL serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. J P Starks EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,344 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for J P Starks EL show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, J P Starks EL sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
37% of students at J P Starks 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 P Starks EL — Students at J P Starks EL score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.7%
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: 7.8/10.
How J P Starks EL Compares
See how J P Starks 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
3033 TIPS BLVD, Dallas, TX 75216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J P Starks EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PHILIPS SCHOOL & COMMUNITY CENTER (rated 7.4/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN LEWIS SOCIAL JUSTICE ACADEMY AT O W HOLMES Dallas | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| WILLIAM B MILLER EL Dallas | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTHWEST ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Dallas | 1.1 mi | — |
| JOHN NEELY BRYAN EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| ELISHA M PEASE EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| CEDAR CREST EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| WHITNEY M YOUNG JR EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT H S OF INNOVATION Dallas | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 9.6 |
| BARACK OBAMA MALE LEADERSHIP ACAD AT A MACEO SMITH Dallas | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| H S THOMPSON LEARNING CENTER Dallas | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| DR FREDERICK DOUGLASS TODD SR MIDDLE Dallas | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| H I HOLLAND EL AT LISBON Dallas | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| NEW TECH H S AT B F DARRELL H S Dallas | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| CHARLES RICE LEARNING CENTER Dallas | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ST PHILIPS SCHOOL & COMMUNITY CENTER Dallas | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ARTS ACADEMY Dallas | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| KIPP TRUTH ACADEMY Dallas | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP TRUTH EL Dallas | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
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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| BASIS AUSTIN PRI Austin, TX | 8.1 |
| CANADIAN EL Canadian, TX | 8.1 |
| HOLLAND EL Holland, TX | 8.1 |
| HONEY GROVE EL Honey Grove, TX | 8.1 |
| JAMES BOWIE EL Dallas, TX | 8.1 |
| LIFE SCHOOL CARROLLTON Red Oak, TX | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J P Starks EL
What grades does J P Starks EL serve?
J P Starks EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend J P Starks EL?
J P Starks EL has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J P Starks EL?
The student-teacher ratio at J P Starks EL is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J P Starks EL rank in TX?
J P Starks EL ranks #1,344 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is J P Starks EL's MySchoolScout rating?
J P Starks EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 P Starks EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J P Starks EL has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is J P Starks EL a charter school?
No, J P Starks EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J P Starks EL a Title I school?
No, J P Starks EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J P Starks EL?
94.7% of students at J P Starks 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 227
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (972) 502-8800
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #56 of 235
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