Lee A McShan Junior Elementary is a public elementary school in Dallas, Texas, serving 567 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Dallas Independent School District, which is ranked 557 out of 968 districts in the state.
Academically, Lee A McShan Junior Elementary faces significant challenges. The school consistently ranks in the bottom half of Texas elementary schools, with a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its performance on STAAR tests is well below state and district averages, with only 18.84% of 3rd-grade students proficient in reading, compared to 48.85% statewide and 41.82% in Dallas ISD. The school's performance varies greatly across different student subgroups, with Asian students performing significantly better than African American and Hispanic students. Additionally, the school struggles to support English Language Learners and Special Education students, ranking in the bottom 35% and 10% of Texas elementary schools, respectively.
Despite these challenges, the school has seen some positive changes in recent years. Per-student spending has increased, and the student-teacher ratio has decreased, indicating a potential increase in resources and support. However, the high percentage of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds (97.53%) suggests that the school may need to focus on targeted interventions and evidence-based instructional practices to address the specific needs of its diverse student population and ensure more equitable outcomes for all learners. Nearby schools like Jill Stone Elementary At Vickery Meadow and Arthur Kramer Elementary may provide useful comparisons and insights for the Lee A McShan community.
Dallas Independent School District (Isd)
Lee A McShan Junior Elementary ranks in the bottom 7.4% of Texas elementary schools.
Students who attend Lee A McShan Junior Elementary usually go on to attend:Middle : Sam Tasby MiddleHigh : Emmett J Conrad High School
In the 2023-24 school year, 592 students attended Lee A McShan Junior Elementary.
Students at Lee A McShan Junior Elementary are 43% Asian, 30% Hispanic, 18% African American, 4% White, 3% Two or more races, 1% American Indian, 1% Pacific Islander.