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#4768 of 8,552 schools in TX
Lake Highlands H S
High School · RICHARDSON ISD
9449 CHURCH RD, Dallas, TX 75238
Enrollment
2,925
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,925
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,768 of 8,552
In Dallas
#230 of 374
public schools
In district
#32 of 54
RICHARDSON ISD
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Lake Highlands H S
Lake Highlands H S is a public high school in Dallas, TX, part of RICHARDSON ISD. Lake Highlands H S serves approximately 2,925 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Highlands H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,768 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Highlands H S show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Lake Highlands H S is a large school: 2,925 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
31% of students at Lake Highlands 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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Lake Highlands H S — Students at Lake Highlands H S score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.6%
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: 7.0/10.
How Lake Highlands H S Compares
See how Lake Highlands 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
9449 CHURCH RD, Dallas, TX 75238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Highlands H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WHITE ROCK EL (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOSS HAVEN EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKE HIGHLANDS EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHLAKE EL Dallas | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| WHITE ROCK NORTH SCHOOL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| SCOFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| WHITE ROCK EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| MERRIMAN PARK EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| THURGOOD MARSHALL EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| SKYVIEW EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE & SCHOOL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas | 1.2 mi | — |
| MOSS HAVEN EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| FOREST MEADOW J H Dallas | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| WALLACE EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS J H Dallas | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| FOREST LANE ACADEMY Dallas | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| EMMETT J CONRAD H S Dallas | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ASCENSION DAY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.6 mi | — |
| AIKIN EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,498
Median Home Value
$526,100
Median Rent
$1,269/mo
Population
33,439
College Educated
52.3%
Homeownership
49.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
35.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BELTON H S Belton, TX | 6.1 |
| CANYON H S New Braunfels, TX | 6.1 |
| CEDAR RIDGE H S Round Rock, TX | 6.1 |
| DICKINSON H S Dickinson, TX | 6.1 |
| EASTWOOD H S El Paso, TX | 6.1 |
| GRAND OAKS H S Spring, TX | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Highlands H S
What grades does Lake Highlands H S serve?
Lake Highlands H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lake Highlands H S?
Lake Highlands H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,925 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Highlands H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Highlands H S is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Highlands H S rank in TX?
Lake Highlands H S ranks #4,768 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Lake Highlands H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Highlands H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Lake Highlands H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Highlands H S has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lake Highlands H S a charter school?
No, Lake Highlands H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Highlands H S a Title I school?
No, Lake Highlands H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Highlands H S?
53.6% of students at Lake Highlands 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
- 2,925
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 209
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (469) 593-1000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 88.0%
Resources & Links
District
RICHARDSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,085
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,101
- District Rank
- #32 of 54
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