Very Good
#2490 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 29% in state
Leila P Cowart EL
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
1515 S RAVINIA DR, Dallas, TX 75211
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,490 of 8,552
In Dallas
#121 of 374
public schools
In district
#89 of 235
DALLAS ISD
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Leila P Cowart EL
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About Leila P Cowart EL
Leila P Cowart EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Leila P Cowart EL serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Leila P Cowart EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,490 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Leila P Cowart EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Leila P Cowart EL — Students at Leila P Cowart EL score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
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: 7.3/10.
How Leila P Cowart EL Compares
See how Leila P Cowart 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
1515 S RAVINIA DR, Dallas, TX 75211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leila P Cowart EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN RULE (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARGARET B HENDERSON EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WINNETKA EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARTURO SALAZAR EL Dallas | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| L V STOCKARD MIDDLE Dallas | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| BRIGHT MINDS EARLY LEARNING CENTER Dallas | 0.6 mi | — |
| GOLDEN RULE CHARTER SCHOOL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| HALL PERSONALIZED LEARNING ACADEMY AT OAK CLIFF Dallas | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| MARIA MORENO STEAM ACADEMY Dallas | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ZAN WESLEY HOLMES JR MIDDLE Dallas | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| L O DONALD EL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| LIDA HOOE EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| JIMMIE TYLER BRASHEAR EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ANSON JONES EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| GOLDEN RULE Dallas | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| SUNSET H S Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| LOUISE WOLFF KAHN EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| WINNETKA EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| CELESTINO MAURICIO SOTO JR EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MARGARET B HENDERSON EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| W E GREINER EXPLORATORY ARTS ACADEMY Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| JUSTIN F KIMBALL H S Dallas | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| MOUNT ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,377
Median Home Value
$198,500
Median Rent
$1,251/mo
Population
72,389
College Educated
13.7%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
31.8
Similar Schools
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| ALLEN & WILLIAM ARNOLD EL Pharr, TX | 7.4 |
| ANSON JONES EL Bryan, TX | 7.4 |
| BUCKNER PREPARATORY Dallas, TX | 7.4 |
| BUCKNER TERRACE MONTESSORI Dallas, TX | 7.4 |
| CARL SCHURZ EL New Braunfels, TX | 7.4 |
| CREEKSIDE EL Livingston, TX | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leila P Cowart EL
What grades does Leila P Cowart EL serve?
Leila P Cowart EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Leila P Cowart EL?
Leila P Cowart EL has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leila P Cowart EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Leila P Cowart EL is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leila P Cowart EL rank in TX?
Leila P Cowart EL ranks #2,490 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Leila P Cowart EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Leila P Cowart EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Leila P Cowart EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leila P Cowart EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Leila P Cowart EL a charter school?
No, Leila P Cowart EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leila P Cowart EL a Title I school?
No, Leila P Cowart EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leila P Cowart EL?
93.0% of students at Leila P Cowart 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
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.7%
- Phone
- (972) 794-5500
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #89 of 235
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