Serving 784 students in grades 6-8, Piedmont Global 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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: 784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Piedmont Global Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Piedmont Global Academy's student population of 784 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Piedmont Global 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 Piedmont Global Academy is 0.23, 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
#6784 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
11%
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
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piedmont Global Academy's ranking?
Piedmont Global Academy is ranked #6784 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Piedmont Global Academy?
784 students attend Piedmont Global Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Piedmont Global Academy students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Piedmont Global Academy?
Piedmont Global Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Piedmont Global Academy offer ?
Piedmont Global Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Piedmont Global Academy part of?
Piedmont Global Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Piedmont Global Academy located?
Piedmont Global Academy is located in the Piedmont Addition neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Piedmont Addition.
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