Below Average
#7202 of 8,552 schools in TX
Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy
Elementary School · DESOTO ISD
707 YOUNG BLVD, Desoto, TX 75115
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,202 of 8,552
In Desoto
#7 of 12
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
DESOTO ISD
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy
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About Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy
Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy is a public elementary school in Desoto, TX, part of DESOTO ISD. Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,202 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy — Students at Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.1%
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: 2.9/10.
How Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy Compares
See how Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy 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
707 YOUNG BLVD, Desoto, TX 75115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UPLIFT GRADUS PREPARATORY (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is DESOTO PRIVATE SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY PRI (rated 6.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Desoto, see our Desoto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DESOTO WEST MIDDLE Desoto | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| PREMIER H S - DESOTO Lewisville | 0.9 mi | — |
| DESOTO ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION CENTER (DAEP) Desoto | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| DESOTO PRIVATE SCHOOL Desoto | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| DESOTO H S Desoto | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| GOLDEN RULE DESOTO Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ILTEXAS LANCASTER DESOTO H S Desoto | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| UPLIFT GRADUS PREPARATORY Dallas | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| KI CHARTER - DESOTO Desoto | 1.9 mi | — |
| COCKRELL HILL EL Desoto | 1.9 mi | 1.8 |
| WOODRIDGE EL Desoto | 2.2 mi | 2.3 |
| FRANK D MOATES EL Glenn Heights | 2.5 mi | 2.8 |
| THE MEADOWS EL Desoto | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL DALLAS Carrollton | 2.7 mi | 2.1 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY H S Dallas | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| CURTISTENE S MCCOWAN MIDDLE Glenn Heights | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| D A HULCY STEAM MIDDLE Dallas | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| GRACE R BRANDENBURG INT Duncanville | 2.7 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,386
Median Home Value
$282,900
Median Rent
$1,478/mo
Population
55,997
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy
What grades does Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy serve?
Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy?
Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy rank in TX?
Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy ranks #7,202 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy a charter school?
No, Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy a Title I school?
No, Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy?
60.1% of students at Ruby Young Personalized Steam Academy 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 243
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (972) 223-6505
Resources & Links
District
DESOTO ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,995
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,676
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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