Average
#4054 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 47% in state
Umphrey Lee EL
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
7808 RACINE DR, Dallas, TX 75232
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,054 of 8,552
In Dallas
#202 of 374
public schools
In district
#148 of 235
DALLAS ISD
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Umphrey Lee EL
Umphrey Lee EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Umphrey Lee EL serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Umphrey Lee EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,054 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Umphrey Lee EL show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Umphrey Lee EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Umphrey Lee EL — Students at Umphrey Lee EL score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
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: 7.1/10.
How Umphrey Lee EL Compares
See how Umphrey Lee 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
7808 RACINE DR, Dallas, TX 75232
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Umphrey Lee EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARK TWAIN SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED (rated 9.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARTIN WEISS EL (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMAS L MARSALIS EL STEAM ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARTIN WEISS EL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| KINGDOM COLLEGIATE ACADEMIES Dallas | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| BIRDIE ALEXANDER EL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| DAVID W CARTER H S Dallas | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| T G TERRY EL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| UPLIFT WISDOM SECONDARY Dallas | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| WISDOM H S Dallas | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WISDOM PRI Dallas | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| D A HULCY STEAM MIDDLE Dallas | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| JUDGE LOUIS A BEDFORD JR LAW ACADEMY Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| UPLIFT HAMPTON PREPARATORY H S Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ADELLE TURNER EL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY Dallas | 1.6 mi | 2.0 |
| GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY - MIDDLE - H S Dallas | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| RONALD E MCNAIR EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL DALLAS Carrollton | 1.7 mi | 2.1 |
| MARK TWAIN SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED Dallas | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| THOMAS L MARSALIS EL STEAM ACADEMY Dallas | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,315
Median Home Value
$207,000
Median Rent
$1,265/mo
Population
32,967
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
41.1
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| AUSTIN EL Harlingen, TX | 6.5 |
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- CompareUmphrey Lee EL vs CEDAR CREST ELDallas, TX Peer score 6.8/10 +0.3 vs Umphrey Lee EL
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Umphrey Lee EL
What grades does Umphrey Lee EL serve?
Umphrey Lee EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Umphrey Lee EL?
Umphrey Lee EL has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Umphrey Lee EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Umphrey Lee EL is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Umphrey Lee EL rank in TX?
Umphrey Lee EL ranks #4,054 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Umphrey Lee EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Umphrey Lee EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Umphrey Lee EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Umphrey Lee EL has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Umphrey Lee EL a charter school?
No, Umphrey Lee EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Umphrey Lee EL a Title I school?
No, Umphrey Lee EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Umphrey Lee EL?
97.7% of students at Umphrey Lee 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.0%
- Phone
- (972) 749-3900
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #148 of 235
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