Very Good
#2176 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 25% in state
Based on limited data
N W Harllee Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
1216 E EIGHTH ST, Dallas, TX 75203
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 366 schools in Dallas. Learn more
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,176 of 8,552
In Dallas
#109 of 374
public schools
In district
#82 of 235
DALLAS ISD
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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N W Harllee Early Childhood Center
Elementary School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About N W Harllee Early Childhood Center
N W Harllee Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. N W Harllee Early Childhood Center serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. N W Harllee Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,176 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, N W Harllee Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, N W Harllee Early Childhood Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How N W Harllee Early Childhood Center Compares
See how N W Harllee Early Childhood Center 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
1216 E EIGHTH ST, Dallas, TX 75203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering N W Harllee Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES BOWIE EL (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FELIX G BOTELLO PERSONALIZED LEARNING EL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARVIN E ROBINSON SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MGMT Dallas | 0.1 mi | 9.3 |
| SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS Dallas | 0.1 mi | 8.9 |
| SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING Dallas | 0.1 mi | 9.2 |
| ROSIE SORRELLS EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SERVICES H S Dallas | 0.1 mi | 9.6 |
| JUDGE BAREFOOT SANDERS LAW MAGNET Dallas | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED Dallas | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| HECTOR P GARCIA MIDDLE Dallas | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| JAMES BOWIE EL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| TRINITY BASIN PREPARATORY Dallas | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| FELIX G BOTELLO PERSONALIZED LEARNING EL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT H S OF INNOVATION Dallas | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| W H ADAMSON H S Dallas | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| MOMENTOUS SCHOOL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| CEDAR CREST EL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| TRINITY HEIGHTS GIFTED AND TALENTED SCHOOL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 9.6 |
| SPRINGHILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| HOGG NEW TECH CENTER Dallas | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| KIPP TRUTH ACADEMY Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP TRUTH EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - OAK CLIFF Dallas | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,358
Median Home Value
$125,000
Median Rent
$1,110/mo
Population
15,710
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
30.5%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAKER EL Canadian, TX | 7.6 |
| BIOMEDICAL PREPARATORY AT UT SOUTHWESTERN Dallas, TX | 7.6 |
| GATES EL San Antonio, TX | 7.6 |
| IMPACT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Houston, TX | 7.6 |
| NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY WATAUGA Arlington, TX | 7.6 |
| ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odessa, TX | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about N W Harllee Early Childhood Center
What grades does N W Harllee Early Childhood Center serve?
N W Harllee Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend N W Harllee Early Childhood Center?
N W Harllee Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at N W Harllee Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at N W Harllee Early Childhood Center is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does N W Harllee Early Childhood Center rank in TX?
N W Harllee Early Childhood Center ranks #2,176 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is N W Harllee Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
N W Harllee Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is N W Harllee Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, N W Harllee Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is N W Harllee Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, N W Harllee Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for N W Harllee Early Childhood Center?
85.1% of students at N W Harllee Early Childhood Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (972) 925-6500
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #82 of 235
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