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H Grady Spruce H S

High School · DALLAS ISD

9733 OLD SEAGOVILLE RD, Dallas, TX 75217

Enrollment

1,460

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Dallas

#225 of 374

public schools

Texas high schools

#1,221 of 1,699

In district

#169 of 235

DALLAS ISD

School environment

7.3 / 10

Strong

About H Grady Spruce H S

H Grady Spruce High School serves 1,460 students in grades 9-12 in Dallas, Texas, offering a comprehensive high school experience with a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1 across 101 full-time equivalent teachers. The school operates as a regular public high school within the Dallas Independent School District. With a MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranking in the 51st percentile among Texas high schools (#4238 out of 8,598), H Grady Spruce High School provides educational opportunities for students with room for academic growth and development.

The school's substantial enrollment makes it one of the larger high schools in the district, allowing for diverse programming and extracurricular opportunities. Located on Old Seagoville Road, the school serves a community where the median household income is $49,841 and the median home value is $141,000. The surrounding ZIP code 75217 has a population of 87,154 residents, with 5% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a poverty rate of 26.7%.

This demographic context reflects the school's role in serving a working-class community where many students may be first-generation college-bound. H Grady Spruce High School sits within Dallas's large urban landscape, providing students with access to the educational and cultural resources of a major metropolitan area.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-11.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21%
Reading/ELA Proficiency18%
Overall Proficiency20%
Expected (poverty-adj.)22%
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation30.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,650

H Grady Spruce H S — Students at H Grady Spruce H S score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 41.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 20.5%
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
62%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
18%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How H Grady Spruce H S Compares

See how H Grady Spruce H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in TX
Academic
4.4/10
4.4/10
Growth
2.6/10
Below average
Environment
7.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
101 teachers

Location

9733 OLD SEAGOVILLE RD, Dallas, TX 75217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering H Grady Spruce H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. W W SAMUELL H S (rated 5.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CRISTO REY DALLAS COLLEGE PREP (rated 5.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, A+ SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
A+ SECONDARY SCHOOL Dallas 0.3 mi 4.9
JULIUS DORSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas 0.3 mi 7.8
WILLIAM M ANDERSON EL Dallas 0.9 mi 5.0
GILBERT CUELLAR SR EL Dallas 0.8 mi 6.0
RICHARD LAGOW EL Dallas 1.1 mi 6.7
A+ ACADEMY EL Dallas 1.4 mi 4.5
CRISTO REY DALLAS COLLEGE PREP Dallas 1.5 mi 5.1
YOUNG WOMEN'S STEAM ACADEMY AT BALCH SPRINGS MIDDL Balch Springs 1.5 mi 5.6
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - PLEASANT GROVE Dallas 1.6 mi 4.8
B H MACON EL Dallas 1.5 mi 6.4
NANCY MOSELEY EL Dallas 1.6 mi 7.2
BALCH SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Balch Springs 1.6 mi 6.9
PLEASANT GROVE EL Dallas 2.0 mi 7.4
YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FRED F FLORENCE Dallas 2.2 mi 5.7
JOHN W RUNYON EL Dallas 2.3 mi 7.0
EBBY HALLIDAY EL Dallas 2.4 mi 5.5
W A BLAIR EL Dallas 2.0 mi 6.8
FLOYD EL Blach Springs 2.2 mi 8.0
JOHN Q ADAMS EL Dallas 2.3 mi 4.8
W W SAMUELL H S Dallas 2.6 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,987

Median Home Value

$164,800

Median Rent

$1,189/mo

Population

84,578

College Educated

6.2%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

24.3%

Median Age

28.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding H Grady Spruce H S has a median household income of $52,987. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $164,800, with a median rent of $1,189/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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School Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about H Grady Spruce H S

What grades does H Grady Spruce H S serve?

H Grady Spruce H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend H Grady Spruce H S?

H Grady Spruce H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,460 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at H Grady Spruce H S?

The student-teacher ratio at H Grady Spruce H S is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does H Grady Spruce H S rank in TX?

H Grady Spruce H S is ranked #5034 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is H Grady Spruce H S's MySchoolScout rating?

H Grady Spruce H S has a composite rating of 5.9 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 H Grady Spruce H S?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, H Grady Spruce H S has 41.5% math proficiency and 20.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is H Grady Spruce H S a charter school?

No, H Grady Spruce H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is H Grady Spruce H S a Title I school?

No, H Grady Spruce H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H Grady Spruce H S?

96.3% of students at H Grady Spruce 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
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat 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
1,460
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
101
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
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
#169 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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