Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Victor H Hexter Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Victor H Hexter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Victor H Hexter Elementary School's student population of 441 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Victor H Hexter Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Victor H Hexter Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1203 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
36%
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
47%
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 Victor H Hexter Elementary School's ranking?
Victor H Hexter Elementary School is ranked #1203 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Victor H Hexter Elementary School often compared to?
Victor H Hexter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martha Turner Reilly Elementary School, Eduardo Mata Montessori School, Alex Sanger Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Victor H Hexter Elementary School?
441 students attend Victor H Hexter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Victor H Hexter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Victor H Hexter Elementary School?
Victor H Hexter Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Victor H Hexter Elementary School offer ?
Victor H Hexter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Victor H Hexter Elementary School part of?
Victor H Hexter Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Victor H Hexter Elementary School located?
Victor H Hexter Elementary School is located in the Old Lake Highlands neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Old Lake Highlands.
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