Serving 409 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bayles Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayles Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bayles Elementary School's student population of 409 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bayles Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayles Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#6423 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
75%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayles Elementary School's ranking?
Bayles Elementary School is ranked #6423 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Bayles Elementary School often compared to?
Bayles Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Casa View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Bayles Elementary School?
409 students attend Bayles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bayles Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bayles Elementary School?
Bayles Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bayles Elementary School offer ?
Bayles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bayles Elementary School part of?
Bayles Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Bayles Elementary School located?
Bayles Elementary School is located in the White Rock Hills neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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