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Below Average

#6630 of 8,552 schools in TX

John Neely Bryan EL

Elementary School · DALLAS ISD

2001 DEER PATH DR, Dallas, TX 75216

Enrollment

435

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,630 of 8,552

In Dallas

#293 of 374

public schools

In district

#205 of 235

DALLAS ISD

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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4.8/10

Elementary School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About John Neely Bryan EL

John Neely Bryan EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. John Neely Bryan EL serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John Neely Bryan EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,630 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for John Neely Bryan EL show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.3 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,470
Chronic Absenteeism28.7%

John Neely Bryan EL — Students at John Neely Bryan EL score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 44.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 49.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
9.1%
ELA
33.9%
2024
Math
29%
ELA
28%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How John Neely Bryan EL Compares

See how John Neely Bryan EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
23th percentile in TX
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2001 DEER PATH DR, Dallas, TX 75216

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Neely Bryan EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J P STARKS EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
H I HOLLAND EL AT LISBON Dallas 0.9 mi 6.5
JOHN LEWIS SOCIAL JUSTICE ACADEMY AT O W HOLMES Dallas 1.0 mi 6.9
WILLIAM B MILLER EL Dallas 1.0 mi 5.4
WHITNEY M YOUNG JR EL Dallas 1.1 mi 3.9
BOUDE STOREY MIDDLE Dallas 1.0 mi 7.1
SOUTHWEST ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Dallas 1.3 mi
NEW TECH H S AT B F DARRELL H S Dallas 1.4 mi 8.2
HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas 1.4 mi 8.6
CLARA OLIVER EL Dallas 1.4 mi 6.7
HARRELL BUDD EL Dallas 1.4 mi 5.0
TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL Dallas 1.5 mi 9.6
SOUTH OAK CLIFF H S Dallas 1.4 mi 5.3
J P STARKS EL Dallas 1.4 mi 8.1
DR FREDERICK DOUGLASS TODD SR MIDDLE Dallas 1.6 mi 4.9
KIPP TRUTH ACADEMY Dallas 1.6 mi 5.6
KIPP TRUTH EL Dallas 1.6 mi 5.9
ELISHA M PEASE EL Dallas 1.5 mi 6.6
CEDAR CREST EL Dallas 1.9 mi 6.8
CLINTON P RUSSELL EL Dallas 1.7 mi 4.6
BARBARA M MANNS H S DAEP Dallas 1.8 mi 5.3

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 John Neely Bryan EL

What grades does John Neely Bryan EL serve?

John Neely Bryan EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend John Neely Bryan EL?

John Neely Bryan EL has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Neely Bryan EL?

The student-teacher ratio at John Neely Bryan EL is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Neely Bryan EL rank in TX?

John Neely Bryan EL ranks #6,630 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is John Neely Bryan EL's MySchoolScout rating?

John Neely Bryan EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 John Neely Bryan EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John Neely Bryan EL has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is John Neely Bryan EL a charter school?

No, John Neely Bryan EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John Neely Bryan EL a Title I school?

No, John Neely Bryan EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Neely Bryan EL?

99.1% of students at John Neely Bryan 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.7%

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