Below Average
#7232 of 8,552 schools in TX
John W and Margie Stipes EL
Elementary School · IRVING ISD
3100 CROSS TIMBERS, Irving, TX 75060
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,232 of 8,552
In Irving
#35 of 52
public schools
In district
#20 of 36
IRVING ISD
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John W and Margie Stipes EL
Elementary School in Irving · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John W and Margie Stipes EL
John W and Margie Stipes EL is a public elementary school in Irving, TX, part of IRVING ISD. John W and Margie Stipes EL serves approximately 607 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John W and Margie Stipes EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,232 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for John W and Margie Stipes EL show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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John W and Margie Stipes EL — Students at John W and Margie Stipes EL score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
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: 3.2/10.
How John W and Margie Stipes EL Compares
See how John W and Margie Stipes 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
3100 CROSS TIMBERS, Irving, TX 75060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John W and Margie Stipes EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UPLIFT EDUCATION - INFINITY PREPARATORY PRI (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELLIOTT EL (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROWN EL (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irving, see our Irving schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROWN EL Irving | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ADVENTURE DISCOVERY CENTER NUMBER 3 Irving | 1.0 mi | — |
| ELLIOTT EL Irving | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| LAMAR MIDDLE Irving | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| KINKEADE EARLY CHILDHOOD Irving | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| DAVIS EL Irving | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| BARTON EL Irving | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| UPLIFT EDUCATION - INFINITY PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| UPLIFT EDUCATION - INFINITY PREPARATORY MIDDLE SCH Dallas | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| UPLIFT INFINITY H S Dallas | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| TOWNLEY EL Irving | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| LADY BIRD JOHNSON MIDDLE Irving | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| HALEY J EL Irving | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| STONEGATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Irving | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| LIVELY EL Irving | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| CROCKETT MIDDLE Irving | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| LORENZO DE ZAVALA MIDDLE Irving | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| DWIGHT D EISENHOWER EL Grand Prairie | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| NIMITZ H S Irving | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| CHILDRENS DISCOVERY CENTER Irving | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,708
Median Home Value
$224,100
Median Rent
$1,367/mo
Population
47,170
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
35
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| BRYSON EL Fort Worth, TX | 4.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John W and Margie Stipes EL
What grades does John W and Margie Stipes EL serve?
John W and Margie Stipes EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John W and Margie Stipes EL?
John W and Margie Stipes EL has an enrollment of approximately 607 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John W and Margie Stipes EL?
The student-teacher ratio at John W and Margie Stipes EL is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John W and Margie Stipes EL rank in TX?
John W and Margie Stipes EL ranks #7,232 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is John W and Margie Stipes EL's MySchoolScout rating?
John W and Margie Stipes EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 W and Margie Stipes EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John W and Margie Stipes EL has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John W and Margie Stipes EL a charter school?
No, John W and Margie Stipes EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John W and Margie Stipes EL a Title I school?
No, John W and Margie Stipes EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John W and Margie Stipes EL?
79.7% of students at John W and Margie Stipes 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
- 607
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (972) 600-4500
Resources & Links
District
IRVING ISD- District Enrollment
- 31,485
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,187
- District Rank
- #20 of 36
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