Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School's student population of 538 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2751 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)53%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School is ranked #2751 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maria Moreno Steam Academy, Prestonwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School?
538 students attend Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School offer ?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School part of?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School located?
Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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