Serving 427 students in grades 6-8, Dallas Environmental Science Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dallas Environmental Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dallas Environmental Science Academy's student population of 427 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dallas Environmental Science Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dallas Environmental Science Academy is 0.22, 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
#253 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
88%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dallas Environmental Science Academy's ranking?
Dallas Environmental Science Academy is ranked #253 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dallas Environmental Science Academy often compared to?
Dallas Environmental Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Henry W Longfellow Career Exploration Academy, William B Travis Vanguard Academy Of Academically Tag by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dallas Environmental Science Academy?
427 students attend Dallas Environmental Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Dallas Environmental Science Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dallas Environmental Science Academy?
Dallas Environmental Science Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dallas Environmental Science Academy offer ?
Dallas Environmental Science Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dallas Environmental Science Academy part of?
Dallas Environmental Science Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dallas Environmental Science Academy located?
Dallas Environmental Science Academy is located in the Westmoreland Heights Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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