Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maya Angelou High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (22-23)
9 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
56%
53%
Black
33%
13%
White
n/a
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Maya Angelou High School?
The graduation rate of Maya Angelou High School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Maya Angelou High School?
9 students attend Maya Angelou High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Maya Angelou High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Asian.
What grades does Maya Angelou High School offer ?
Maya Angelou High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Maya Angelou High School part of?
Maya Angelou High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Maya Angelou High School located?
Maya Angelou High School is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.
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