Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Harrell Budd 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 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 15:1 is higher 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrell Budd Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harrell Budd Elementary School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Harrell Budd 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 Harrell Budd Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#5798 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
70%
54%
Black
26%
13%
White
1%
24%
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
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 Harrell Budd Elementary School's ranking?
Harrell Budd Elementary School is ranked #5798 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?
35-39% 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 Harrell Budd Elementary School?
457 students attend Harrell Budd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Harrell Budd Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrell Budd Elementary School?
Harrell Budd Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harrell Budd Elementary School offer ?
Harrell Budd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Harrell Budd Elementary School part of?
Harrell Budd Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrell Budd Elementary School located?
Harrell Budd 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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