Serving 1,337 students in grades 9-12, Jack E Singley Academy 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jack E Singley Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jack E Singley Academy's student population of 1,337 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jack E Singley Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack E Singley Academy is 0.46, 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
#6334 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
8%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack E Singley Academy's ranking?
Jack E Singley Academy is ranked #6334 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jack E Singley Academy often compared to?
Jack E Singley Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Macarthur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jack E Singley Academy?
The graduation rate of Jack E Singley Academy is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Jack E Singley Academy?
1,337 students attend Jack E Singley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Jack E Singley Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jack E Singley Academy?
Jack E Singley Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jack E Singley Academy offer ?
Jack E Singley Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jack E Singley Academy part of?
Jack E Singley Academy is part of Irving Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jack E Singley Academy located?
Jack E Singley Academy is located in the Las Colinas neighborhood of Irving, TX. There are 6 other public schools located in Las Colinas.
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