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#5793 of 8,552 schools in TX
Billy Earl Dade Middle
Middle School · DALLAS ISD
2801 PARK ROW AVE, Dallas, TX 75215
Enrollment
643
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
643
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,793 of 8,552
In Dallas
#266 of 374
public schools
In district
#190 of 235
DALLAS ISD
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Billy Earl Dade Middle
Billy Earl Dade Middle is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Billy Earl Dade Middle serves approximately 643 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Billy Earl Dade Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,793 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Billy Earl Dade Middle show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Billy Earl Dade Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Billy Earl Dade Middle — Students at Billy Earl Dade Middle score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Billy Earl Dade Middle Compares
See how Billy Earl Dade Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2801 PARK ROW AVE, Dallas, TX 75215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Billy Earl Dade Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ILEARN VIRTUAL ACADEMY AT DALLAS ISD (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Dallas | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| JAMES MADISON H S Dallas | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| CORNERSTONE CROSSROADS ACADEMY Dallas | 0.7 mi | — |
| DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ARTS ACADEMY Dallas | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ST PHILIPS SCHOOL & COMMUNITY CENTER Dallas | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| IRMA RANGEL YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ST ANTHONY ACADEMY Dallas | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| CHARLES RICE LEARNING CENTER Dallas | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND Dallas | 1.2 mi | — |
| CITYLAB H S Dallas | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ILEARN VIRTUAL ACADEMY AT DALLAS ISD Dallas | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| DOWNTOWN MONTESSORI AT IDA B WELLS ACADEMY Dallas | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| IGNACIO ZARAGOZA EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| PAUL L DUNBAR LEARNING CENTER Dallas | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| JOSEPH J RHOADS LEARNING CENTER Dallas | 1.5 mi | 2.2 |
| ORAN M ROBERTS EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| LINCOLN HUMANITIES/COMMUNICATIONS MAGNET HIGH SCH Dallas | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| PEGASUS CHARTER H S Dallas | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| UPLIFT ATLAS PREPARATORY - PRI Dallas | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,388
Median Home Value
$137,700
Median Rent
$1,209/mo
Population
18,840
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
34.7%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Billy Earl Dade Middle
What grades does Billy Earl Dade Middle serve?
Billy Earl Dade Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Billy Earl Dade Middle?
Billy Earl Dade Middle has an enrollment of approximately 643 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Billy Earl Dade Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Billy Earl Dade Middle is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Billy Earl Dade Middle rank in TX?
Billy Earl Dade Middle ranks #5,793 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Billy Earl Dade Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Billy Earl Dade Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Billy Earl Dade Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Billy Earl Dade Middle has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Billy Earl Dade Middle a charter school?
No, Billy Earl Dade Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Billy Earl Dade Middle a Title I school?
No, Billy Earl Dade Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Billy Earl Dade Middle?
100.0% of students at Billy Earl Dade Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 643
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (972) 749-3800
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #190 of 235
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