Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Northlake 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 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northlake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Northlake Elementary School's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northlake 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 Northlake Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#4374 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
34%
13%
White
15%
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
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northlake Elementary School's ranking?
Northlake Elementary School is ranked #4374 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Northlake Elementary School often compared to?
Northlake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Highlands Elementary School, Wallace Elementary School, White Rock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Northlake Elementary School?
574 students attend Northlake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Northlake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northlake Elementary School?
Northlake Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northlake Elementary School offer ?
Northlake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Northlake Elementary School part of?
Northlake Elementary School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Northlake Elementary School located?
Northlake Elementary School is located in the Lake Highlands neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Lake Highlands.
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