Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maria Moreno Steam Academy ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maria Moreno Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Maria Moreno Steam Academy's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Maria Moreno Steam Academy 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 Maria Moreno Steam Academy is 0.17, 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
#3832 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
91%
54%
Black
6%
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maria Moreno Steam Academy's ranking?
Maria Moreno Steam Academy is ranked #3832 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Maria Moreno Steam Academy often compared to?
Maria Moreno Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Mcleod Bethune Elementary School, Prestonwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Maria Moreno Steam Academy?
344 students attend Maria Moreno Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Maria Moreno Steam Academy students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maria Moreno Steam Academy?
Maria Moreno Steam Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maria Moreno Steam Academy offer ?
Maria Moreno Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Maria Moreno Steam Academy part of?
Maria Moreno Steam Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
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