Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy's student population of 341 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2597 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
53%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
14%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy's ranking?
Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy is ranked #2597 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy?
341 students attend Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy?
Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy offer ?
Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy part of?
Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy located?
Downtown Montessori At Ida B Wells Academy is located in the Vickery Meadow neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Vickery Meadow.
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