Serving 592 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lee A Mcshan Jr 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School's student population of 592 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Lee A Mcshan Jr 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 Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#5716 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
43%
6%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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 Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School is ranked #5716 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School often compared to?
Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jack Lowe Sr Elementary School, Lakeside Elementary School, Jill Stone El At Vickery Meadow by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School?
592 students attend Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School?
Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School offer ?
Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School part of?
Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School located?
Lee A Mcshan Jr Elementary School is located in the Vickery Meadow neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Vickery Meadow.
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