Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J N Ervin 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J N Ervin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J N Ervin Elementary School's student population of 693 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
J N Ervin 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 J N Ervin Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#7552 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
63%
13%
White
2%
25%
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
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J N Ervin Elementary School's ranking?
J N Ervin Elementary School is ranked #7552 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are J N Ervin Elementary School often compared to?
J N Ervin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway Charter Academy, Otto M Fridia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend J N Ervin Elementary School?
693 students attend J N Ervin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of J N Ervin Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J N Ervin Elementary School?
J N Ervin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does J N Ervin Elementary School offer ?
J N Ervin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J N Ervin Elementary School part of?
J N Ervin Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
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