Serving 828 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elisha M Pease 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elisha M Pease Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elisha M Pease Elementary School's student population of 828 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
828 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Elisha M Pease 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 Elisha M Pease Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#6080 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
67%
13%
White
n/a
25%
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
95%
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 Elisha M Pease Elementary School's ranking?
Elisha M Pease Elementary School is ranked #6080 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Elisha M Pease Elementary School often compared to?
Elisha M Pease Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H I Holland El At Lisbon by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Elisha M Pease Elementary School?
828 students attend Elisha M Pease Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Elisha M Pease Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elisha M Pease Elementary School?
Elisha M Pease Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elisha M Pease Elementary School offer ?
Elisha M Pease Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Elisha M Pease Elementary School part of?
Elisha M Pease Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Elisha M Pease Elementary School located?
Elisha M Pease 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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