Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cedar Crest 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Crest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cedar Crest Elementary School's student population of 373 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Cedar Crest 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 Cedar Crest Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#6252 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
43%
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Cedar Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Crest Elementary School is ranked #6252 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cedar Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ebby Halliday Elementary School, Oran M Roberts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cedar Crest Elementary School?
373 students attend Cedar Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Cedar Crest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Crest Elementary School?
Cedar Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar Crest Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Cedar Crest Elementary School part of?
Cedar Crest Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Cedar Crest Elementary School located?
Cedar Crest Elementary School is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.
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