Serving 283 students in grades 9-12, North Lake Early College High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Lake Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
North Lake Early College High School's student population of 283 students has grown by 108% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 77% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Lake Early College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Lake Early College High School is 0.32, 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
#908 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
82%
53%
Black
10%
13%
White
4%
25%
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
84%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Lake Early College High School's ranking?
North Lake Early College High School is ranked #908 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Lake Early College High School often compared to?
North Lake Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John A Dubiski Career High School, Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy, Great Hearts Irving Upper by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend North Lake Early College High School?
283 students attend North Lake Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Lake Early College High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Lake Early College High School?
North Lake Early College High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Lake Early College High School offer ?
North Lake Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Lake Early College High School part of?
North Lake Early College High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
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