Summary
Frank Guzick Elementary in Dallas, TX, is a large elementary school serving 680 students in grades PK-5 within the Dallas Independent School District (Isd), located in a high-need area where over 95% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch.
While the school has faced significant academic challenges, ranking in the bottom 15% of Texas elementary schools, it has notable strengths. Its bilingual program is a standout: students taking the Spanish-language STAAR Reading test often score competitively with or above state averages, far outperforming their English-language reading scores. For example, in 5th grade, 51.52% of students were proficient in Spanish Reading versus 33.33% in English. However, this strength does not carry over to math, where Spanish-language math scores are very low. The school also shows a relative strength with its African American students, who ranked in the 36th percentile statewide, significantly higher than the school’s overall 11th percentile rank. Additionally, students flagged as "At Risk" have historically performed better here than the school’s general population, suggesting effective interventions for this group.
Compared to nearby schools, Frank Guzick’s performance is a concern. Just 1.9 miles away, San Jacinto Elementary has undergone a dramatic turnaround, jumping from the 29th to the 74th percentile in recent years, while Frank Guzick has stagnated. Similarly, Buckner Terrace Montessori, a magnet school nearby, outperforms Frank Guzick in nearly every subject. The school spends $11,897 per student, which is higher than some peers like S S Conner Elementary ($11,137), yet its academic results are the lowest in the area. A sharp drop in English Reading scores in the most recent year warrants immediate attention, but the school’s bilingual reading success and targeted subgroup performance provide clear assets to build upon.
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