OBADIAH KNIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OBADIAH KNIGHT EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 511 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 32 teachers, OBADIAH KNIGHT EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

OBADIAH KNIGHT ELementary, located in the West Dallas area on Anson Road, is a public school serving students as part of the Dallas Independent School District (DISD). The school is named in honor of Obadiah Knight, one of the earliest settlers of Dallas County, and it serves as a foundational educational hub for the surrounding residential community. As a neighborhood school, it focuses on providing core academic instruction and development for elementary-aged children within the district’s framework.

The school operates under the comprehensive curriculum and academic standards established by Dallas ISD, which emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and holistic student growth. Like many schools in the district, Obadiah Knight strives to provide a supportive learning environment that prepares students for middle school transitions. Families interested in enrollment, specific programs, or campus initiatives can find further details and contact information through the official Dallas ISD website link provided.

For more information, contact OBADIAH KNIGHT EL at (972) 749-5300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.