EDWIN J KIEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

EDWIN J KIEST EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 737 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, EDWIN J KIEST EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Edwin J. Kiest Elementary School is a public school located in the Casa View neighborhood of East Dallas, serving students as part of the Dallas Independent School District (Dallas ISD). Named after Edwin J. Kiest, a prominent former publisher of the *Dallas Times Herald* and a major benefactor of the city's park system, the school serves a diverse community of learners from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. The campus is known for its focus on providing a foundational education that emphasizes core academic skills while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for its students.

As a neighborhood school within Dallas ISD, Edwin J. Kiest places a strong emphasis on community involvement and academic growth. The school offers various programs designed to meet the needs of its diverse student body, including initiatives focused on literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. By maintaining a close connection to the surrounding neighborhood and leveraging district resources, the school strives to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond, upholding the legacy of community service associated with its namesake.

For more information, contact EDWIN J KIEST EL at (972) 502-5600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.