JOSE 'JOE' MAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

JOSE 'JOE' MAY EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 684 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 39 teachers, JOSE 'JOE' MAY EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Jose "Joe" May Elementary School is a public school located in the Northwest Dallas area, operating within the Dallas Independent School District (DISD). The school serves a diverse student population, primarily focusing on early childhood through fifth-grade education. It is situated in the 75220 zip code, a neighborhood characterized by a strong sense of community and a significant percentage of families for whom English is a second language, leading the school to often prioritize bilingual and English as a Second Language (ESL) programs to ensure academic accessibility.

Academically, the school emphasizes foundational literacy and numeracy, striving to meet the state’s rigorous educational standards while providing social and emotional support to its students. As part of the larger Dallas ISD framework, Jose May Elementary typically implements district-wide initiatives aimed at closing achievement gaps and enhancing student engagement through technology and extracurricular activities. The school acts as a vital hub for the local community, fostering partnerships with parents and neighborhood stakeholders to support the development and well-being of its young learners.

For more information, contact JOSE 'JOE' MAY EL at (972) 749-4800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.