Very Good
#2774 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 32% in state
Wallace EL
Elementary School · RICHARDSON ISD
9921 KIRKHAVEN DR, Dallas, TX 75238
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,774 of 8,552
In Dallas
#135 of 374
public schools
In district
#22 of 54
RICHARDSON ISD
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Wallace EL
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About Wallace EL
Wallace EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of RICHARDSON ISD. Wallace EL serves approximately 597 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallace EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,774 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Wallace EL show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Wallace EL — Students at Wallace EL score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.1%
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: 7.0/10.
How Wallace EL Compares
See how Wallace 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
9921 KIRKHAVEN DR, Dallas, TX 75238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wallace EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WHITE ROCK EL (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE HIGHLANDS EL (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MERRIMAN PARK EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE HIGHLANDS J H Dallas | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS EL Dallas | 0.5 mi | 8.5 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| NORTHLAKE EL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HIGHLANDER SCHOOL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas | 1.0 mi | — |
| WHITE ROCK EL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS H S Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| WHITE ROCK NORTH SCHOOL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| AUTISM TREATMENT CENTER DAY SCHOOL PROGRAM Dallas | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| PERSONALIZED LEARNING ACADEMY AT HIGHLAND MEADOWS Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - DALLAS NORTH Dallas | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| ROBERT T HILL MIDDLE Dallas | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - DALLAS Dallas | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| FOREST LANE ACADEMY Dallas | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| SKYVIEW EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| MERRIMAN PARK EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| SCOFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,498
Median Home Value
$526,100
Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Population
33,439
College Educated
52.3%
Homeownership
49.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
35.3
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| ABERNATHY EL Abernathy, TX | 7.3 |
| ACADEMY AT NOLA DUNN Burleson, TX | 7.3 |
| ALAMO EL Baytown, TX | 7.3 |
| ALFONSO RAMIREZ EL Edinburg, TX | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wallace EL
What grades does Wallace EL serve?
Wallace EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Wallace EL?
Wallace EL has an enrollment of approximately 597 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wallace EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Wallace EL is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wallace EL rank in TX?
Wallace EL ranks #2,774 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Wallace EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Wallace EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Wallace EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wallace EL has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wallace EL a charter school?
No, Wallace EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wallace EL a Title I school?
No, Wallace EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wallace EL?
53.1% of students at Wallace 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 597
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.9%
- Phone
- (469) 593-2600
Resources & Links
District
RICHARDSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,085
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,101
- District Rank
- #22 of 54
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