Below Average
#7426 of 8,552 schools in TX
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
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,460
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,426 of 8,552
In Dallas
#327 of 374
public schools
In district
#225 of 235
DALLAS ISD
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H Grady Spruce H S
High School in Dallas · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About H Grady Spruce H S
H Grady Spruce H S is a public high school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. H Grady Spruce H S serves approximately 1,460 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. H Grady Spruce H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,426 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for H Grady Spruce H S show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at H Grady Spruce H S sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
55% of students at H Grady Spruce H S 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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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: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 6.2/10.
How H Grady Spruce H S Compares
See how H Grady Spruce H S 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
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. A+ SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRISTO REY DALLAS COLLEGE PREP (rated 5.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, W W SAMUELL H S (rated 4.2/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar 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 | 6.9 |
| JULIUS DORSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| WILLIAM M ANDERSON EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| GILBERT CUELLAR SR EL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| RICHARD LAGOW EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| A+ ACADEMY EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| 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 | 8.5 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - PLEASANT GROVE Dallas | 1.6 mi | 2.8 |
| B H MACON EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| NANCY MOSELEY EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| 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 | 6.6 |
| JOHN W RUNYON EL Dallas | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| EBBY HALLIDAY EL Dallas | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| W A BLAIR EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| FLOYD EL Blach Springs | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| JOHN Q ADAMS EL Dallas | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| W W SAMUELL H S Dallas | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
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
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| KIPP CONNECT PREPARATORY Houston, TX | 4.1 |
| SPLENDORA H S Splendora, TX | 4.1 |
| TERRELL H S Terrell, TX | 4.1 |
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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 ranks #7,426 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is H Grady Spruce H S's MySchoolScout rating?
H Grady Spruce H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 H Grady Spruce H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H Grady Spruce H S has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.3%
- Phone
- (972) 892-5500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 61.0%
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #225 of 235
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