Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Adelle Turner 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adelle Turner Elementary School's student population of 272 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Adelle Turner 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 Adelle Turner Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#5643 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
13%
53%
Black
83%
13%
White
n/a
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
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Adelle Turner Elementary School's ranking?
Adelle Turner Elementary School is ranked #5643 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Adelle Turner Elementary School?
272 students attend Adelle Turner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Adelle Turner Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adelle Turner Elementary School?
Adelle Turner Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Adelle Turner Elementary School offer ?
Adelle Turner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Adelle Turner Elementary School part of?
Adelle Turner Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Adelle Turner Elementary School located?
Adelle Turner Elementary School is located in the Wolf Creek neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 12 other public schools located in Wolf Creek.
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