Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clinton P Russell 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% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton P Russell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clinton P Russell Elementary School's student population of 558 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clinton P Russell 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 Clinton P Russell Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#6463 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
1%
26%
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
90%
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 Clinton P Russell Elementary School's ranking?
Clinton P Russell Elementary School is ranked #6463 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Clinton P Russell Elementary School often compared to?
Clinton P Russell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara Jordan Elementary School, Academy Of Dallas by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Clinton P Russell Elementary School?
558 students attend Clinton P Russell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Clinton P Russell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clinton P Russell Elementary School?
Clinton P Russell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clinton P Russell Elementary School offer ?
Clinton P Russell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Clinton P Russell Elementary School part of?
Clinton P Russell Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Clinton P Russell Elementary School located?
Clinton P Russell Elementary School is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.
School Reviews
1 3/12/2020
Super unorganized and lacking in truly getting parents involved other than from a monetary standpoint. Vice principal is rude. Concerns are not adequately addressed.
5 12/28/2015
This is a great school my kids have been here for the past 5 years abs I have never had any issues
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