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Excellent

#74 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 1% in state

Jack Lowe SR EL

Elementary School · DALLAS ISD

7000 HOLLY HILL DR, Dallas, TX 75231

Enrollment

549

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Dallas

#6 of 374

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#53 of 4,678

In district

#5 of 235

DALLAS ISD

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Jack Lowe SR EL

Jack Lowe Sr El is a regular public elementary school in Dallas, Texas, serving 549 students in grades PK through 5. The school earns a composite score of 9.2/10 — rated Exceptional — and ranks #74 out of 8,547 public schools in Texas, outperforming 99% of schools statewide. At the city level, it sits #6 of 374 Dallas public schools, putting it among the strongest elementary options the city offers.

Academic and growth scores fuel that standing. The school posts a 9.8/10 in academics and a near-perfect 9.9/10 in growth — a pairing that carries real meaning. High academic scores reflect current achievement levels; high growth scores confirm that students are advancing faster than their peers, not just arriving with prior advantages.

A 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio supports individual attention across all grade levels. Measured against its direct peer group, Jack Lowe Sr El ranks #53 of 4,678 elementary schools in Texas — a top-2% finish. Across state, city, and elementary comparisons, the scores hold up.

Few Dallas elementaries combine this level of academic performance with growth momentum this strong, and the data makes that gap clear.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+6.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.8Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67%
Reading/ELA Proficiency72%
Overall Proficiency70%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected+47.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.6Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,650

Jack Lowe SR EL — Students at Jack Lowe SR EL score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 61.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
72%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Jack Lowe SR EL Compares

See how Jack Lowe SR EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
99th percentile in TX
Academic
9.8/10
9.8/10
Growth
9.9/10
Above average
Environment
6.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers

Location

7000 HOLLY HILL DR, Dallas, TX 75231

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jack Lowe SR EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MICHAEL M BOONE EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DAN D ROGERS EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GENEVA HEIGHTS EL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
SAM TASBY MIDDLE Dallas 0.1 mi 7.3
THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas 0.3 mi 7.5
JILL STONE EL AT VICKERY MEADOW Dallas 0.6 mi 5.0
EMMETT J CONRAD H S Dallas 0.6 mi 6.6
GENEVA HEIGHTS EL Dallas 0.8 mi 8.3
OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas 0.8 mi 6.9
OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas 0.8 mi 6.9
LEE A MCSHAN JR EL Dallas 1.0 mi 7.1
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE & SCHOOL Dallas 1.2 mi 4.5
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas 1.5 mi 7.0
MICHAEL M BOONE EL Dallas 1.3 mi 8.9
MERRIMAN PARK EL Dallas 1.3 mi 8.2
DAN D ROGERS EL Dallas 1.6 mi 8.7
LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dallas 1.6 mi
L L HOTCHKISS EL Dallas 1.6 mi 6.0
ASCENSION DAY SCHOOL Dallas 1.7 mi
SCOFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas 1.6 mi 5.8
HILLCREST H S Dallas 1.6 mi 7.5
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN INTERNATIONAL EXPLORATORY ACAD Dallas 1.7 mi 6.6
MOSS HAVEN EL Dallas 1.9 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75231 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,884

Median Home Value

$466,200

Median Rent

$1,220/mo

Population

37,695

College Educated

39.4%

Homeownership

18.7%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

32

Community Profile

The community surrounding Jack Lowe SR EL has a median household income of $54,884. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $466,200, with a median rent of $1,220/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.1%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jack Lowe SR EL

What grades does Jack Lowe SR EL serve?

Jack Lowe SR EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Jack Lowe SR EL?

Jack Lowe SR EL has an enrollment of approximately 549 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jack Lowe SR EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Jack Lowe SR EL is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jack Lowe SR EL rank in TX?

Jack Lowe SR EL is ranked #74 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Jack Lowe SR EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Jack Lowe SR EL has a composite rating of 9.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Jack Lowe SR EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Jack Lowe SR EL has 61.0% math proficiency and 65.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Jack Lowe SR EL a charter school?

No, Jack Lowe SR EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jack Lowe SR EL a Title I school?

No, Jack Lowe SR EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jack Lowe SR EL?

97.1% of students at Jack Lowe SR 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,021/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Dallas). Data >1 year old.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

DALLAS ISD
District Enrollment
139,246
Schools in District
240
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,470
District Rank
#5 of 235

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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