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Wallace Elementary School

Public | K-6 | 630 students

 

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Posted April 6, 2011

I taught at Wallace years ago and am very involved there now as a parent. When you are at the school all the time you see the dedication and love for the students FAR BEYOND what is expected in a "job" from every teacher on staff and administration. Barbara Edwards is one of the most dedicated teachers I have ever seen ( she lives at WAllace after school and on the weekends) and our principle Debbie Evans is one that considers our school her mission and treats it with love, compassion and kindness that makes it home for our kiddos and for the families that entrust their children to their care! The key to knowing about what goes on at Wallace is to be involved - very involved and then it is evident that there is no better place to be than Wallace. I look forward to 7 more years there!
—Submitted by Pam Norman, a parent


Posted April 6, 2011

As a Wallace alumni and mother of 3 attendees, I can't say enough about how great this school, the teachers and the community involvement is there!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 18, 2010

Due to its strong PTA and a great principal in Debbie Evans, Wallace is probably one of the best elementary schools in Dallas, outside of the Park Cities. Unlike those schools, however, Wallace has a diverse population, both in ethnicity and socioeconomics, which makes for a more well-rounded, and realistic, experience for my kids. Parent involvement is encouraged, and a spot there is high demand among RISD teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 18, 2010

Administration has ruined the quality of education and student care.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 25, 2009

We have an extrodinary group of teachers that truly care about educating students! Together with very strong parental involvement, including the PTA, and a wonderful campus in the heart of a lovely residential area, Wallace is the place to be. Congratulations on 50 wonderful years of educating in Lake Highlands!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2009

My child love the kindness and and knowledge of the teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 21, 2009

the teachers, staff and parents are all wonderful and so supportive to make each child feel welcome and special; we love it!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 21, 2009

Every single teacher is just so committed, engaging and talented. My chidren have said so many times through the years how much they enjoy this teacher and that teacher. Those teachers are wonderful!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 21, 2009

Wallace parents are so involved in the school, making sure every student excels!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 21, 2009

Cannot say enough about how great Wallace is. My daughter has just started in Kindergarten and has settled in with great ease, thanks to the great support of the staff and PTA.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2009

Amazing staff! Involved parents and active PTA. My children are thriving. Can't imagine being anywhere else!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2009

Wallace has some of the most active parents in the area. It would not be the same without the parents encouraging the teachers and students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2009

We are all about building into the lives of each and every one of the children on our campus! We are a unified team with many talented and gifted adults who give so much of themselves!!! Go Wallace!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2009

I love everything about Wallace! The principal is wonderful, the teachers don't get better than the teachers at Wallace. We have a fantastic PTA and wonderful families that support Wallace. I could not imiage my child in another school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2009

Wallace Elementary is a great community school because it is filled with a diverse student body, teachers and administrators who place a huge emphasis on motivating each student to learn. Go Wallace!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2009

I loved Wallace when I went there in Elem. School and I love Wallace now that my kids are there. It's part of RISD, an awesome district! Wallace is a safe, warm, loving environment where my kids are getting the best education ever!! WE = Exemplary!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2009

Our teachers are the best!! They have made us an exemplary school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2009

Wallace is a real community where the teachers and parents work together to make the school a great learning environment for the students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2009

Great teachers and great families. It's been a wonderful place to call home.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2009

Our PTA goes above and beyond with their support of our students and the teachers. The students give their best efforts and learn to make good learning choices. I cannot imagine being with any other school.
—Submitted by a teacher


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.

75 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
88%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

73 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
91%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.

52 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
90%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

51 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
83%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

54 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
89%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

62 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
98%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

61 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
92%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

58 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
97%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

70 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
95%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

71 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
96%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students95%
Female100%
Male89%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic88%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged93%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education80%
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)93%
Proficient in English96%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students82%
Female89%
Male75%
Black or African American86%
Asiann/a
Hispanic68%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White92%
Economically disadvantaged74%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Special educationn/a
Not special education83%
Limited English proficient (LEP)72%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant82%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students96%
Female100%
Male93%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged96%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)91%
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students92%
Female88%
Male96%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)82%
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Writing

All Students96%
Female96%
Male97%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged96%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)91%
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students94%
Female100%
Male87%
Black or African American92%
Asiann/a
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)75%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students95%
Female97%
Male93%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic88%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education94%
Limited English proficient (LEP)50%
Proficient in English100%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students93%
Female97%
Male89%
Black or African American91%
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)80%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students86%
Female91%
Male80%
Black or African American86%
Asiann/a
Hispanic79%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education85%
Limited English proficient (LEP)29%
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant86%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students89%
Female92%
Male86%
Black or African American91%
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged83%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)43%
Proficient in English96%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Exemplary".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 36% 50%
White 26% 31%
Black 25% 13%
Asian 10% 3%
Two or more races 3% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 11%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 7%N/A8%
Economically disadvantaged 64%N/A55%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 24%N/A17%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 3%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 48%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 22%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 22%N/A23%
21 or more years 6%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Deborah G Yarger
Fax number
  • (469) 593-2610

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
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9921 Kirkhaven Dr
Dallas, TX 75238
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