Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy's student population of 443 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy is 0.20, 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
#4993 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
1%
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
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy's ranking?
Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy is ranked #4993 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy?
443 students attend Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy?
Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy offer ?
Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy part of?
Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy located?
Sylvia Mendez Crew Leadership Academy is located in the Piedmont Addition neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Piedmont Addition.
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