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Lake Dallas H S

High School · LAKE DALLAS ISD

P O BOX 548, Lake Dallas, TX 75065

Enrollment

1,285

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

8th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Lake Dallas

#2 of 5

public schools

Texas high schools

#1,405 of 1,699

In district

#2 of 5

LAKE DALLAS ISD

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Strong

About Lake Dallas H S

Lake Dallas High School serves 1,285 students in grades 8-12 in the suburban community of Lake Dallas, Texas. As part of the regular public school system in Denton County, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1 with 82 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school currently holds a MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,881 among Texas's 8,598 schools, placing it in the 32nd percentile statewide.

While this indicates room for academic growth, the school serves students in a community environment that values education and stability. Lake Dallas High School draws from a well-established suburban neighborhood where the median household income reaches $95,403 and median home values stand at $269,200. The local community demonstrates a commitment to education, with 34% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains economic stability with just a 3% poverty rate among its 12,787 residents.

Located in Denton County's large suburban setting, the school operates within a growing Texas community that balances residential appeal with educational opportunity, providing students with access to the resources and stability of an established suburban environment.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-6.75 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43%
Reading/ELA Proficiency55%
Overall Proficiency49%
Expected (poverty-adj.)52%
vs. Expected-2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness4.4Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation17.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,975

Lake Dallas H S — Students at Lake Dallas H S score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 56.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.5%
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
69%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
55%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Lake Dallas H S Compares

See how Lake Dallas H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
30th percentile in TX
Academic
7.4/10
7.4/10
Growth
5.2/10
Above average
Environment
4.7/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
82 teachers

Location

P O BOX 548, Lake Dallas, TX 75065

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Dallas H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GUYER H S (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Denton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY CORINTH - UPPER SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Lewisville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lake Dallas, see our Lake Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CORINTH EL Lake Dallas 0.5 mi 4.2
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY CORINTH - UPPER SCHOOL Lewisville 0.8 mi 5.0
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY CORINTH Lewisville 1.1 mi 6.5
CROWNOVER MIDDLE Corinth 1.6 mi 6.4
HAWK EL Corinth 1.7 mi 7.3
SHADY SHORES EL Lake Dallas 1.7 mi 4.4
CORINTH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corinth 2.0 mi
BETTYE MYERS MIDDLE Shady Shores 2.3 mi 6.6
STEPHENS EL Shady Shores 2.4 mi 6.5
LAKE DALLAS MIDDLE Lake Dallas 2.2 mi 6.0
PECAN CREEK EL Denton 2.6 mi 6.1
LAKE DALLAS EL Lake Dallas 2.4 mi 5.3
GUYER H S Denton 2.4 mi 8.3
NELSON EL Denton 3.2 mi 5.3
MCAULIFFE EL Highland Village 3.6 mi 8.3
HIGHLAND VILLAGE EL Highland Village 3.6 mi 8.8
HERITAGE EL Highland Village 3.8 mi 8.0
BRIARHILL MIDDLE Highland Village 4.0 mi 8.5
MCNAIR EL Denton 3.5 mi 5.9
HARPOOL MIDDLE Lantana 3.7 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,284

Median Home Value

$302,100

Median Rent

$1,659/mo

Population

13,046

College Educated

38%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

1.9%

Median Age

40

Community Profile

The community surrounding Lake Dallas H S has a median household income of $98,284. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $302,100, with a median rent of $1,659/month. The local poverty rate of 1.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ANDREWS H S Andrews, TX 5.4
C E ELLISON H S Killeen, TX 5.4
DAVINCI SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND THE ARTS El Paso, TX 5.4
LIVINGSTON H S Livingston, TX 5.4
MOUNTAIN VIEW H S El Paso, TX 5.4
PAMPA H S Pampa, TX 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Dallas H S

What grades does Lake Dallas H S serve?

Lake Dallas H S serves students in grades 8th through 12th.

How many students attend Lake Dallas H S?

Lake Dallas H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,285 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Dallas H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Dallas H S is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Dallas H S rank in TX?

Lake Dallas H S is ranked #5987 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Lake Dallas H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Dallas H S has a composite rating of 5.4 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 Lake Dallas H S?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lake Dallas H S has 56.0% math proficiency and 55.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Lake Dallas H S a charter school?

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

Is Lake Dallas H S a Title I school?

No, Lake Dallas H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Dallas H S?

35.6% of students at Lake Dallas 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (677/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
1,285
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
82
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Denton County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

LAKE DALLAS ISD
District Enrollment
3,811
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,251
District Rank
#2 of 5

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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