Average
#3407 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 40% in state
Ronald E Mcnair EL
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
3150 BAINBRIDGE DR, Dallas, TX 75237
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,407 of 8,552
In Dallas
#175 of 374
public schools
In district
#128 of 235
DALLAS ISD
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Ronald E Mcnair EL
Ronald E Mcnair EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Ronald E Mcnair EL serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ronald E Mcnair EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,407 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ronald E Mcnair EL show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Ronald E Mcnair EL were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ronald E Mcnair EL — Students at Ronald E Mcnair EL score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.5%
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: 6.7/10.
How Ronald E Mcnair EL Compares
See how Ronald E Mcnair 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
3150 BAINBRIDGE DR, Dallas, TX 75237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ronald E Mcnair EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UPLIFT GRADUS PREPARATORY (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is T G TERRY EL (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, UMPHREY LEE EL (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BIRDIE ALEXANDER EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL DALLAS Carrollton | 1.1 mi | 2.1 |
| DAVID W CARTER H S Dallas | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY H S Dallas | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP DESTINY EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| KIPP DESTINY MIDDLE Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| KINGDOM COLLEGIATE ACADEMIES Dallas | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ADVANCED PREPARATORY INTERNATIONAL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| HIGHER HEIGHTS PRIVATE SCHOOL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| UMPHREY LEE EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| KI CHARTER - DESOTO Desoto | 1.9 mi | — |
| QUEST CAMPUS PRE-K THRU 8 Dallas | 1.9 mi | 1.9 |
| GENESIS CAMPUS PRE-K THRU 5 Dallas | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| JUDGE LOUIS A BEDFORD JR LAW ACADEMY Dallas | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| D A HULCY STEAM MIDDLE Dallas | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| UPLIFT GRADUS PREPARATORY Dallas | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ADELLE TURNER EL Dallas | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| T G TERRY EL Dallas | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,149
Median Home Value
$231,600
Median Rent
$1,193/mo
Population
18,744
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
12.4%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
27.8%
Median Age
30.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| A M PATE EL Fort Worth, TX | 6.9 |
| ACADEMY AT CARRIE F THOMAS North Richland Hills, TX | 6.9 |
| ALICE CARLSON APPLIED LRN CTR Fort Worth, TX | 6.9 |
| ALMA BREWER STRAWN EL Dale, TX | 6.9 |
| ANNIE PURL EL Georgetown, TX | 6.9 |
| BAY COLONY EL Dickinson, TX | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ronald E Mcnair EL
What grades does Ronald E Mcnair EL serve?
Ronald E Mcnair EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ronald E Mcnair EL?
Ronald E Mcnair EL has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ronald E Mcnair EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Ronald E Mcnair EL is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ronald E Mcnair EL rank in TX?
Ronald E Mcnair EL ranks #3,407 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ronald E Mcnair EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Ronald E Mcnair EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Ronald E Mcnair EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ronald E Mcnair EL has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ronald E Mcnair EL a charter school?
No, Ronald E Mcnair EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ronald E Mcnair EL a Title I school?
No, Ronald E Mcnair EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ronald E Mcnair EL?
96.5% of students at Ronald E Mcnair 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
- 457
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.5%
- Phone
- (972) 794-6200
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #128 of 235
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