Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Birdie Alexander 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 44%). 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 11:1 is lower 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 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birdie Alexander Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Birdie Alexander Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Birdie Alexander Elementary School 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 Birdie Alexander Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#6260 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
22%
54%
Black
74%
13%
White
2%
24%
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
93%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birdie Alexander Elementary School's ranking?
Birdie Alexander Elementary School is ranked #6260 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Birdie Alexander Elementary School?
259 students attend Birdie Alexander Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Birdie Alexander Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birdie Alexander Elementary School?
Birdie Alexander Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Birdie Alexander Elementary School offer ?
Birdie Alexander Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Birdie Alexander Elementary School part of?
Birdie Alexander Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Birdie Alexander Elementary School located?
Birdie Alexander Elementary School is located in the Wolf Creek neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Wolf Creek.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
It's a big hassle to pick the kids up, the one teacher with a PhD is mean and disrespectful to children and parents. I liked the school in Oklahoma better. This school has low quality teachers. Total Chaos.
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