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#8375 of 8,552 schools in TX

Stults Road EL

Elementary School · RICHARDSON ISD

8700 STULTS RD, Dallas, TX 75243

Enrollment

543

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

2.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#8,375 of 8,552

In Dallas

#365 of 374

public schools

In district

#51 of 54

RICHARDSON ISD

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Stults Road EL

2.8/10

Elementary School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Stults Road EL

Stults Road EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of RICHARDSON ISD. Stults Road EL serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Stults Road EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,375 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Stults Road EL show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares3.5 pts below district
  • This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.3
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-5.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.3 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,101
Chronic Absenteeism27.8%

Stults Road EL — Students at Stults Road EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 55.0% (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
96%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
30.9%
ELA
34%
2024
Math
29%
ELA
30%

* 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: 1.7/10.

How Stults Road EL Compares

See how Stults Road EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.8/10
2th percentile in TX
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

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

8700 STULTS RD, Dallas, TX 75243

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stults Road EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JACK LOWE SR EL (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOSS HAVEN EL (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARTHUR KRAMER EL (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ASCENSION DAY SCHOOL Dallas 0.5 mi
DALLAS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas 0.5 mi 5.4
MOSS HAVEN EL Dallas 0.8 mi 8.9
FOREST MEADOW J H Dallas 0.8 mi 6.8
HAMILTON PARK PACESETTER MAGNET Dallas 1.0 mi 5.8
LEE A MCSHAN JR EL Dallas 1.2 mi 5.8
SKYVIEW EL Dallas 1.2 mi 2.9
SCOFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas 1.4 mi 5.8
AKIBA YAVNEH ACADEMY Dallas 1.3 mi 8.0
EMMETT J CONRAD H S Dallas 1.9 mi 6.3
MERRIMAN PARK EL Dallas 1.9 mi 7.4
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE & SCHOOL Dallas 1.9 mi 4.5
MESORAH HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Dallas 1.8 mi 5.6
THURGOOD MARSHALL EL Dallas 1.7 mi 4.4
RICHLAND COLLEGIATE H S OF MATH SCIENCE ENGINEERIN Dallas 1.8 mi 4.5
ARTHUR KRAMER EL Dallas 1.7 mi 8.1
FOREST LANE ACADEMY Dallas 1.8 mi 4.1
LAKE HIGHLANDS H S Dallas 1.9 mi 6.1
DOBIE PRE-KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL Dallas 2.2 mi 5.4
JACK LOWE SR EL Dallas 2.2 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,357

Median Home Value

$359,100

Median Rent

$1,226/mo

Population

63,907

College Educated

34%

Homeownership

26.7%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

20.5%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stults Road EL

What grades does Stults Road EL serve?

Stults Road EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Stults Road EL?

Stults Road EL has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stults Road EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Stults Road EL is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stults Road EL rank in TX?

Stults Road EL ranks #8,375 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Stults Road EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Stults Road EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Stults Road EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stults Road EL has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Stults Road EL a charter school?

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

Is Stults Road EL a Title I school?

No, Stults Road EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stults Road EL?

80.1% of students at Stults Road 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
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

District

RICHARDSON ISD
District Enrollment
37,085
Schools in District
55
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,101
District Rank
#51 of 54

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