Serving 702 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jerry R Junkins Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jerry R Junkins Elementary School's student population of 702 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jerry R Junkins Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jerry R Junkins Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#3429 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
66%
54%
Black
24%
13%
White
4%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jerry R Junkins Elementary School's ranking?
Jerry R Junkins Elementary School is ranked #3429 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jerry R Junkins Elementary School often compared to?
Jerry R Junkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Country Place Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jerry R Junkins Elementary School?
702 students attend Jerry R Junkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Jerry R Junkins Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jerry R Junkins Elementary School?
Jerry R Junkins Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jerry R Junkins Elementary School offer ?
Jerry R Junkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Jerry R Junkins Elementary School part of?
Jerry R Junkins Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jerry R Junkins Elementary School located?
Jerry R Junkins Elementary School is located in the Southwest Carrollton neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I'm not on that school any more I'm on middle school on 8 grade and I just want to tanks my ex teacher Ms Gutierez she Teach me alot from Miguel Vargas
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