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William M Anderson EL

Elementary School · DALLAS ISD

620 N ST AUGUSTINE DR, Dallas, TX 75217

Enrollment

530

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,325 of 8,552

In Dallas

#255 of 374

public schools

In district

#184 of 235

DALLAS ISD

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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William M Anderson EL

5.7/10

Elementary School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William M Anderson EL

William M Anderson EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. William M Anderson EL serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. William M Anderson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,325 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for William M Anderson EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-9.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.3 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,470
Chronic Absenteeism15.5%

William M Anderson EL — Students at William M Anderson EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 57.7% (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
86%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
44.2%
2024
Math
34%
ELA
25%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How William M Anderson EL Compares

See how William M Anderson EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in TX
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

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

620 N ST AUGUSTINE DR, Dallas, TX 75217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William M Anderson EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANNIE WEBB BLANTON EL (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JULIUS DORSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CRISTO REY DALLAS COLLEGE PREP Dallas 0.6 mi 5.1
JULIUS DORSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas 0.6 mi 8.4
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - PLEASANT GROVE Dallas 0.8 mi 2.8
H GRADY SPRUCE H S Dallas 0.9 mi 4.1
GILBERT CUELLAR SR EL Dallas 0.8 mi 7.1
PLEASANT GROVE EL Dallas 1.1 mi 7.4
A+ SECONDARY SCHOOL Dallas 1.1 mi 6.9
B H MACON EL Dallas 1.0 mi 3.9
YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM ACADEMY AT BALCH SPRINGS MIDDL Balch Springs 1.1 mi 8.5
YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FRED F FLORENCE Dallas 1.3 mi 6.6
JOHN W RUNYON EL Dallas 1.6 mi 5.8
SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED & GIFTED IN PLEASANT GROVE Dallas 1.8 mi 9.0
W W SAMUELL H S Dallas 1.7 mi 4.2
JOHN Q ADAMS EL Dallas 1.6 mi 4.0
KIPP PLEASANT GROVE PRI Dallas 1.9 mi 4.1
RICHARD LAGOW EL Dallas 1.8 mi 5.9
INSPIRED VISION ACADEMY EL Dallas 1.9 mi 3.4
GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST Dallas 2.1 mi 8.9
ANNIE WEBB BLANTON EL Dallas 2.2 mi 9.1
FLOYD EL Blach Springs 1.9 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,987

Median Home Value

$164,800

Median Rent

$1,189/mo

Population

84,578

College Educated

6.2%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

24.3%

Median Age

28.1

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BREEDEN EL Brownsville, TX 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William M Anderson EL

What grades does William M Anderson EL serve?

William M Anderson EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend William M Anderson EL?

William M Anderson EL has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William M Anderson EL?

The student-teacher ratio at William M Anderson EL is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William M Anderson EL rank in TX?

William M Anderson EL ranks #5,325 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is William M Anderson EL's MySchoolScout rating?

William M Anderson EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 William M Anderson EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William M Anderson EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is William M Anderson EL a charter school?

No, William M Anderson EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William M Anderson EL a Title I school?

No, William M Anderson EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William M Anderson EL?

98.9% of students at William M Anderson 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
17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

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