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Jerry R Junkins Elementary School

2808 Running Duke Dr
Dallas, TX 75204
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jerry R Junkins 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 lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 577 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Top 50% in TX
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Jerry R Junkins Elementary School's student population of 577 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Jerry R Junkins Elementary School 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 Jerry R Junkins Elementary School is 0.55, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#3429 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
43%
44%
54%
51%
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
5%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jerry R Junkins Elementary School's ranking?
Jerry R Junkins Elementary School is ranked #3429 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jerry R Junkins Elementary School often compared to?
Jerry R Junkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Country Place Elementary School 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 44% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jerry R Junkins Elementary School?
577 students attend Jerry R Junkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Jerry R Junkins Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jerry R Junkins Elementary School?
Jerry R Junkins Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jerry R Junkins Elementary School offer ?
Jerry R Junkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jerry R Junkins Elementary School part of?
Jerry R Junkins Elementary School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jerry R Junkins Elementary School located?
Jerry R Junkins Elementary School is located in the Southwest Carrollton neighborhood of Dallas, TX.

School Reviews

5   1/3/2014
I'm not on that school any more I'm on middle school on 8 grade and I just want to tanks my ex teacher Ms Gutierez she Teach me alot from Miguel Vargas
- Posted by Student/Alumni - migue

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 577 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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