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#5157 of 8,552 schools in TX
John W Runyon EL
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
10750 CRADLEROCK DR, Dallas, TX 75217
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,157 of 8,552
In Dallas
#248 of 374
public schools
In district
#178 of 235
DALLAS ISD
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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John W Runyon EL
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About John W Runyon EL
John W Runyon EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. John W Runyon EL serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. John W Runyon EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,157 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for John W Runyon EL show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John W Runyon EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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John W Runyon EL — Students at John W Runyon EL score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
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: 6.0/10.
How John W Runyon EL Compares
See how John W Runyon 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
10750 CRADLEROCK DR, Dallas, TX 75217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John W Runyon EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EDWARD TITCHE EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLEASANT GROVE EL (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FRED F FLORENCE Dallas | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST Dallas | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Balch Springs | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - PLEASANT GROVE Dallas | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| PLEASANT GROVE EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM ACADEMY AT BALCH SPRINGS MIDDL Balch Springs | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED & GIFTED IN PLEASANT GROVE Dallas | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| CRISTO REY DALLAS COLLEGE PREP Dallas | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE PRI Dallas | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| SEABOURN EL Mesquite | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| MCWHORTER EL Mesquite | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| FLOYD EL Blach Springs | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| WEST MESQUITE H S Mesquite | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| EDWARD TITCHE EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| GILBERT CUELLAR SR EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| WILLIAM M ANDERSON EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| LANNY FRASIER MIDDLE Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| W W SAMUELL H S Dallas | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| C A TATUM JR EL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| LEGACY PREP CHARTER ACADEMY MESQUITE WEST CAMPUS Dallas | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,987
Median Home Value
$164,800
Median Rent
$1,189/mo
Population
84,578
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
28.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John W Runyon EL
What grades does John W Runyon EL serve?
John W Runyon EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John W Runyon EL?
John W Runyon EL has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John W Runyon EL?
The student-teacher ratio at John W Runyon EL is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John W Runyon EL rank in TX?
John W Runyon EL ranks #5,157 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is John W Runyon EL's MySchoolScout rating?
John W Runyon EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 W Runyon EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John W Runyon EL has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John W Runyon EL a charter school?
No, John W Runyon EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John W Runyon EL a Title I school?
No, John W Runyon EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John W Runyon EL?
95.2% of students at John W Runyon 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
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (972) 749-6100
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #178 of 235
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