Serving 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, C F Carr 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C F Carr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
C F Carr Elementary School's student population of 268 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
268 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
C F Carr 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 C F Carr Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#5520 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%

Hispanic
37%
53%

Black
60%
13%

White
1%
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
97%
57%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 C F Carr Elementary School's ranking?
C F Carr Elementary School is ranked #5520 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend C F Carr Elementary School?
268 students attend C F Carr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of C F Carr Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C F Carr Elementary School?
C F Carr Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does C F Carr Elementary School offer ?
C F Carr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is C F Carr Elementary School part of?
C F Carr Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is C F Carr Elementary School located?
C F Carr Elementary School is located in the West Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in West Dallas.
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