Summary:
Addison, Texas, is home to a single public school, George Herbert Walker Bush Elementary School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 6th grade as part of the Dallas Independent School District (ISD).
This school presents a fascinating picture of contrasts. On one hand, its Spanish-language STAAR Reading program is a standout success, with proficiency rates in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades significantly exceeding both the district and state averages. This is a remarkable achievement given that 86.69% of its 834 students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, a high level of economic disadvantage. However, the school struggles in other areas. Its English-language test scores in both Reading and Mathematics consistently fall below district and state averages, and its overall state ranking has declined from the 47th percentile in 2024-2025 to the 34th percentile in 2025-2026. Mathematics proficiency is a particular weakness across both English and Spanish instruction, with scores often 6-17 percentage points below the state average.
For parents, the key takeaway is that George Herbert Walker Bush Elementary has a highly effective bilingual program that builds strong native-language literacy, but faces significant challenges in transitioning students to English academic proficiency and in math instruction. The school has a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.1 and per-student spending of $11,343, providing a baseline of resources. The data suggests that while the school excels in one area, targeted interventions are needed to improve overall performance, particularly in English and math, to reverse the recent downward trend in its state ranking.
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