Below Average
#7200 of 8,552 schools in TX
Based on limited data
West Dallas Stem School
Elementary School · DALLAS ISD
2200 DENNISON ST, Dallas, TX 75212
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 366 schools in Dallas. Learn more
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,200 of 8,552
In Dallas
#313 of 374
public schools
In district
#218 of 235
DALLAS ISD
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West Dallas Stem School
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About West Dallas Stem School
West Dallas Stem School is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. West Dallas Stem School serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. West Dallas Stem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,200 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 106 students, West Dallas Stem School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
80% of students at West Dallas Stem School 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How West Dallas Stem School Compares
See how West Dallas Stem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2200 DENNISON ST, Dallas, TX 75212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Dallas Stem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C F CARR EL (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST DALLAS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JESUS MOROLES EXPRESSIVE ARTS VANGUARD (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| C F CARR EL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| DR L G PINKSTON SR H S Dallas | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| WEST DALLAS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| GEORGE PEABODY EL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MARY OF CARMEL SCHOOL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY H S Dallas | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| DRC CAMPUS Dallas | 0.9 mi | — |
| DALLAS COUNTY JJAEP CFB CAMPUS Dallas | 0.9 mi | — |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE AEP Dallas | 0.9 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Dallas | 0.9 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Dallas | 0.9 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Dallas | 0.9 mi | — |
| DALLAS CO SCHOOL FOR ACCELERATED LRNG Dallas | 0.9 mi | — |
| PASS LEARNING CTR Dallas | 0.9 mi | — |
| P A S S LEARNING CTR Richardson | 0.9 mi | — |
| DALLAS COUNTY JUVENILE JUSTICE Dallas | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| DALLAS ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ACADEMY Dallas | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| JESUS MOROLES EXPRESSIVE ARTS VANGUARD Dallas | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,279
Median Home Value
$204,200
Median Rent
$1,085/mo
Population
28,010
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
58.7%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Dallas Stem School
What grades does West Dallas Stem School serve?
West Dallas Stem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend West Dallas Stem School?
West Dallas Stem School has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Dallas Stem School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Dallas Stem School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Dallas Stem School rank in TX?
West Dallas Stem School ranks #7,200 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is West Dallas Stem School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Dallas Stem School 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.
Is West Dallas Stem School a charter school?
No, West Dallas Stem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Dallas Stem School a Title I school?
No, West Dallas Stem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Dallas Stem School?
74.5% of students at West Dallas Stem School 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 106
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 80.2%
- Phone
- (972) 925-3700
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #218 of 235
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