Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buckner Terrace Montessori ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckner Terrace Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Buckner Terrace Montessori's student population of 316 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buckner Terrace Montessori 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 Buckner Terrace Montessori is 0.49, 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
#3557 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckner Terrace Montessori's ranking?
Buckner Terrace Montessori is ranked #3557 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Buckner Terrace Montessori?
316 students attend Buckner Terrace Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Buckner Terrace Montessori students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckner Terrace Montessori?
Buckner Terrace Montessori has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buckner Terrace Montessori offer ?
Buckner Terrace Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Buckner Terrace Montessori part of?
Buckner Terrace Montessori is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Buckner Terrace Montessori located?
Buckner Terrace Montessori is located in the Buckner Terrace And Everglade Park neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Buckner Terrace And Everglade Park.
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