Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Michael M Boone Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michael M Boone Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Michael M Boone Elementary School's student population of 446 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Michael M Boone Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Michael M Boone Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#58 out of 8188 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
6%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
87%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael M Boone Elementary School's ranking?
Michael M Boone Elementary School is ranked #58 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Michael M Boone Elementary School often compared to?
Michael M Boone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bradfield Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School, Armstrong Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Michael M Boone Elementary School?
446 students attend Michael M Boone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Michael M Boone Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael M Boone Elementary School?
Michael M Boone Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Michael M Boone Elementary School offer ?
Michael M Boone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Michael M Boone Elementary School part of?
Michael M Boone Elementary School is part of Highland Park Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Michael M Boone Elementary School located?
Michael M Boone Elementary School is located in the Park Cities neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in Park Cities.
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