Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jimmie Tyler Brashear 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 higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School's student population of 605 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#3220 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
1%
25%
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
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School's ranking?
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School is ranked #3220 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School often compared to?
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard, Margaret B Henderson Elementary School, Uplift Pinnacle Preparatory Primary 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 41% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School?
605 students attend Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School?
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School offer ?
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School part of?
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School located?
Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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