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Very Good

#1632 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 19% in state

Leslie a Stemmons EL

Elementary School · DALLAS ISD

2727 KNOXVILLE ST, Dallas, TX 75211

Enrollment

603

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#1,632 of 8,552

In Dallas

#86 of 374

public schools

In district

#63 of 235

DALLAS ISD

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Leslie a Stemmons EL

7.9/10

Elementary School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Leslie a Stemmons EL

Leslie a Stemmons EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Leslie a Stemmons EL serves approximately 603 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Leslie a Stemmons EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,632 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Leslie a Stemmons EL show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,470
Chronic Absenteeism14.6%

Leslie a Stemmons EL — Students at Leslie a Stemmons EL score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 62.3% (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
79%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
50.3%
2024
Math
42%
ELA
46%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Leslie a Stemmons EL Compares

See how Leslie a Stemmons EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
81th percentile in TX
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

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

2727 KNOXVILLE ST, Dallas, TX 75211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leslie a Stemmons EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOLDEN RULE (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HALL PERSONALIZED LEARNING ACADEMY AT OAK CLIFF (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, L O DONALD EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
TRINIDAD GARZA EARLY COLLEGE AT MT VIEW Dallas 0.7 mi 8.4
LA ACADEMIA DE ESTRELLAS Dallas 0.8 mi 6.7
LA ACADEMIA DE ESTRELLAS MIDDLE Dallas 0.8 mi 8.2
MOISES E MOLINA H S Dallas 0.8 mi 5.5
MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE EL Dallas 0.9 mi 8.2
LIFE SCHOOL MOUNTAIN CREEK Red Oak 0.9 mi 6.1
HALL PERSONALIZED LEARNING ACADEMY AT OAK CLIFF Dallas 1.2 mi 8.5
THOMAS TOLBERT EL Dallas 1.4 mi 6.0
CELESTINO MAURICIO SOTO JR EL Dallas 1.4 mi 8.1
L O DONALD EL Dallas 1.4 mi 8.3
GOLDEN RULE Dallas 1.8 mi 9.5
SANTA CLARA OF ASSISI CATHOLIC ACADEMY Dallas 2.0 mi 5.9
JUSTIN F KIMBALL H S Dallas 1.8 mi 3.7
ANSON JONES EL Dallas 2.1 mi 4.2
NANCY J COCHRAN EL Dallas 2.0 mi 8.0
T W BROWNE MIDDLE Dallas 2.0 mi 7.2
MOUNT ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas 2.2 mi 7.2
L V STOCKARD MIDDLE Dallas 1.9 mi 6.8
LEILA P COWART EL Dallas 2.0 mi 7.4
ZAN WESLEY HOLMES JR MIDDLE Dallas 2.0 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leslie a Stemmons EL

What grades does Leslie a Stemmons EL serve?

Leslie a Stemmons EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Leslie a Stemmons EL?

Leslie a Stemmons EL has an enrollment of approximately 603 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leslie a Stemmons EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Leslie a Stemmons EL is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leslie a Stemmons EL rank in TX?

Leslie a Stemmons EL ranks #1,632 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Leslie a Stemmons EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Leslie a Stemmons EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Leslie a Stemmons EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leslie a Stemmons EL has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Leslie a Stemmons EL a charter school?

No, Leslie a Stemmons EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Leslie a Stemmons EL a Title I school?

No, Leslie a Stemmons EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leslie a Stemmons EL?

93.2% of students at Leslie a Stemmons 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
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
603
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

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