Excellent
#429 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 5% in state
Highland Park Middle
Middle School · HIGHLAND PARK ISD
3555 GRANADA AVE, Dallas, TX 75205
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
968
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#429 of 8,552
In Dallas
#40 of 374
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
HIGHLAND PARK ISD
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Highland Park Middle
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About Highland Park Middle
Highland Park Middle is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of HIGHLAND PARK ISD. Highland Park Middle serves approximately 968 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #429 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Park Middle show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 9.1
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Highland Park Middle — Students at Highland Park Middle score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Highland Park Middle Compares
See how Highland Park Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3555 GRANADA AVE, Dallas, TX 75205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Park Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DALLAS HYBRID PREPARATORY AT STEPHEN J HAY (rated 9.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MCCULLOCH INT (rated 9.4/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HENRY W LONGFELLOW CAREER EXPLORATION ACADEMY (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| MCCULLOCH INT Dallas | 0.0 mi | 9.4 |
| ARMSTRONG EL Dallas | 0.5 mi | 9.4 |
| HIGHLAND PARK PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Dallas | 0.6 mi | — |
| THE HILLIER SCHOOL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| UNIVERSITY PARK EL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 9.6 |
| HIGHLAND PARK H S Dallas | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| BRADFIELD EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| HYER EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| THE SAINT TIMOTHY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| UNIVERSITY PARK UMC WEEKDAY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| BEN MILAM EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| MOCKINGBIRD EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| MICHAEL M BOONE EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 9.8 |
| SOLAR PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS AT BONHAM Dallas | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Dallas | 1.6 mi | — |
| DALLAS HYBRID PREPARATORY AT STEPHEN J HAY Dallas | 1.8 mi | 9.7 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| DALLAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dallas | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| HENRY W LONGFELLOW CAREER EXPLORATION ACADEMY Dallas | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| NORTH DALLAS H S Dallas | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$188,396
Median Home Value
$1,518,600
Median Rent
$2,348/mo
Population
25,537
College Educated
87.2%
Homeownership
58.3%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
32.8
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|---|---|
| BARBERS HILL MIDDLE NORTH Mont Belvieu, TX | 8.8 |
| CLARK INT Spring, TX | 8.8 |
| COPPELL MIDDLE EAST Coppell, TX | 8.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Park Middle
What grades does Highland Park Middle serve?
Highland Park Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Highland Park Middle?
Highland Park Middle has an enrollment of approximately 968 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Park Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Park Middle is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Park Middle rank in TX?
Highland Park Middle ranks #429 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Highland Park Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Park Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Highland Park Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Park Middle has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highland Park Middle a charter school?
No, Highland Park Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Park Middle a Title I school?
No, Highland Park Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 968
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (214) 780-3600
Resources & Links
District
HIGHLAND PARK ISD- District Enrollment
- 6,437
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,216
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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