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Kennedy-curry Middle

Middle School · DALLAS ISD

6605 SEBRING, Dallas, TX 75241

Enrollment

605

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,160 of 8,552

In Dallas

#251 of 374

public schools

In district

#181 of 235

DALLAS ISD

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Kennedy-curry Middle

5.8/10

Middle School in Dallas · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Kennedy-curry Middle

Kennedy-curry Middle is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Kennedy-curry Middle serves approximately 605 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy-curry Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,160 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Kennedy-curry Middle show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Kennedy-curry 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.16 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,470
Chronic Absenteeism37.9%

Kennedy-curry Middle — Students at Kennedy-curry Middle score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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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 STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2011-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2011-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 26 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2011
Math
74%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
25.5%
ELA
32.5%
2024
Math
41%
ELA
34%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Kennedy-curry Middle Compares

See how Kennedy-curry Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in TX
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6605 SEBRING, Dallas, TX 75241

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kennedy-curry Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DR FREDERICK HAYNES III GLOBAL PREP AT PAUL QUINN (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR FREDERICK DOUGLASS TODD SR MIDDLE (rated 4.9/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - GRANT EAST Dallas 1.1 mi 3.7
KIPP OAK CLIFF ACADEMY Dallas 1.2 mi 6.3
DR FREDERICK HAYNES III GLOBAL PREP AT PAUL QUINN Dallas 1.2 mi 7.8
J N ERVIN EL Dallas 1.3 mi 4.4
WILMER-HUTCHINS H S Dallas 1.7 mi 3.4
BARACK OBAMA MALE LEADERSHIP ACAD AT A MACEO SMITH Dallas 2.2 mi 7.7
WILMER-HUTCHINS EL Dallas 1.9 mi 8.2
KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Dallas 2.1 mi 7.6
DR FREDERICK DOUGLASS TODD SR MIDDLE Dallas 2.4 mi 4.9
ELISHA M PEASE EL Dallas 2.7 mi 6.6
HARRY STONE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas 2.6 mi 8.6
OTTO M FRIDIA EL Dallas 2.4 mi 5.9
NEW TECH H S AT B F DARRELL H S Dallas 2.8 mi 8.2
WHITNEY M YOUNG JR EL Dallas 2.9 mi 3.9
LANCASTER H S Lancaster 3.1 mi 5.2
H I HOLLAND EL AT LISBON Dallas 3.3 mi 6.5
GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY Dallas 3.1 mi 2.0
GATEWAY CHARTER ACADEMY - MIDDLE - H S Dallas 3.1 mi 7.1
MEDLOCK YOUTH VILLAGE Dallas 3.1 mi 7.1
PLEASANT RUN EL Lancaster 3.8 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,171

Median Home Value

$162,900

Median Rent

$1,208/mo

Population

33,598

College Educated

11.2%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

25.2%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kennedy-curry Middle

What grades does Kennedy-curry Middle serve?

Kennedy-curry Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Kennedy-curry Middle?

Kennedy-curry Middle has an enrollment of approximately 605 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kennedy-curry Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy-curry Middle is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kennedy-curry Middle rank in TX?

Kennedy-curry Middle ranks #5,160 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Kennedy-curry Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Kennedy-curry Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Kennedy-curry Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kennedy-curry Middle has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).

Is Kennedy-curry Middle a charter school?

No, Kennedy-curry Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Kennedy-curry Middle a Title I school?

No, Kennedy-curry Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kennedy-curry Middle?

96.5% of students at Kennedy-curry 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.9%

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