Serving 577 students in grades 7-8, Ewell D Walker Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ewell D Walker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ewell D Walker Middle School's student population of 577 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
577 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Ewell D Walker Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ewell D Walker Middle School is 0.42, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5559 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
74%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Dallas Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ewell D Walker Middle School's ranking?
Ewell D Walker Middle School is ranked #5559 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ewell D Walker Middle School often compared to?
Ewell D Walker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin International Exploratory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ewell D Walker Middle School?
577 students attend Ewell D Walker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Ewell D Walker Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ewell D Walker Middle School?
Ewell D Walker Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ewell D Walker Middle School offer ?
Ewell D Walker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Ewell D Walker Middle School part of?
Ewell D Walker Middle School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ewell D Walker Middle School located?
Ewell D Walker Middle School is located in the North Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in North Dallas.
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