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#3674 of 8,547 schools in TX

Top 43% in state

Emmett J Conrad H S

High School · DALLAS ISD

7502 FAIR OAKS AVE, Dallas, TX 75231

Enrollment

1,275

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Dallas

#174 of 374

public schools

Texas high schools

#892 of 1,699

In district

#128 of 235

DALLAS ISD

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very strong

About Emmett J Conrad H S

Emmett J Conrad High School serves 1,275 students in grades 9 through 12 in Dallas, Texas. This regular public high school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.2 to 1 with 90 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,688 out of 8,598 Texas high schools, placing it in the 57th percentile statewide.

This positioning indicates the school is performing at middle-tier levels among Texas high schools, with room for academic growth as it works to support its diverse student body. Conrad High School is located at 7502 Fair Oaks Avenue in the 75231 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $50,603 and the median home value reaches $445,300. The surrounding community shows economic diversity, with 35% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and an 18.2% poverty rate among the nearly 40,000 area residents.

The school operates within Dallas's large urban environment, providing students with access to the resources and opportunities that come with big-city education while serving a community that reflects the economic and educational diversity typical of major metropolitan areas.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-3.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42%
Reading/ELA Proficiency27%
Overall Proficiency35%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected+12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation18.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,650

Emmett J Conrad H S — Students at Emmett J Conrad H S score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 49.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
56%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
27%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Emmett J Conrad H S Compares

See how Emmett J Conrad H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in TX
Academic
7.6/10
7.6/10
Growth
7.2/10
Above average
Environment
7.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers

Location

7502 FAIR OAKS AVE, Dallas, TX 75231

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emmett J Conrad H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKE HIGHLANDS H S (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF DALLAS (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
JILL STONE EL AT VICKERY MEADOW Dallas 0.6 mi 5.0
SAM TASBY MIDDLE Dallas 0.6 mi 7.3
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE & SCHOOL Dallas 0.6 mi 4.5
JACK LOWE SR EL Dallas 0.6 mi 9.2
GENEVA HEIGHTS EL Dallas 0.8 mi 8.3
MERRIMAN PARK EL Dallas 0.7 mi 8.2
LEE A MCSHAN JR EL Dallas 1.0 mi 7.1
THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas 0.9 mi 7.5
SCOFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas 1.0 mi 5.8
ASCENSION DAY SCHOOL Dallas 1.4 mi
MOSS HAVEN EL Dallas 1.4 mi 7.2
L L HOTCHKISS EL Dallas 1.4 mi 6.0
WHITE ROCK NORTH SCHOOL Dallas 1.3 mi 5.8
OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas 1.4 mi 6.9
OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas 1.4 mi 6.9
LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dallas 1.7 mi
DAN D ROGERS EL Dallas 1.7 mi 8.7
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas 1.8 mi 7.0
LAKE HIGHLANDS H S Dallas 1.6 mi 7.8
FOREST MEADOW J H Dallas 1.8 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75231 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,884

Median Home Value

$466,200

Median Rent

$1,220/mo

Population

37,695

College Educated

39.4%

Homeownership

18.7%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

32

Community Profile

The community surrounding Emmett J Conrad H S has a median household income of $54,884. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $466,200, with a median rent of $1,220/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.1%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emmett J Conrad H S

What grades does Emmett J Conrad H S serve?

Emmett J Conrad H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Emmett J Conrad H S?

Emmett J Conrad H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,275 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emmett J Conrad H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Emmett J Conrad H S is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Emmett J Conrad H S rank in TX?

Emmett J Conrad H S is ranked #3674 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Emmett J Conrad H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Emmett J Conrad H S has a composite rating of 6.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Emmett J Conrad H S?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Emmett J Conrad H S has 49.0% math proficiency and 27.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Emmett J Conrad H S a charter school?

No, Emmett J Conrad H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Emmett J Conrad H S a Title I school?

No, Emmett J Conrad H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emmett J Conrad H S?

96.5% of students at Emmett J Conrad H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,021/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Dallas). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,275
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

DALLAS ISD
District Enrollment
139,246
Schools in District
240
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,470
District Rank
#128 of 235

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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