Below Average
#6631 of 8,552 schools in TX
North Dallas H S
High School · DALLAS ISD
3120 N HASKELL AVE, Dallas, TX 75204
Enrollment
1,276
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,276
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,631 of 8,552
In Dallas
#294 of 374
public schools
In district
#206 of 235
DALLAS ISD
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About North Dallas H S
North Dallas H S is a public high school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. North Dallas H S serves approximately 1,276 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. North Dallas H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,631 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for North Dallas H S show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at North Dallas 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.
40% of students at North Dallas 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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North Dallas H S — Students at North Dallas H S score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.4%
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: 6.0/10.
How North Dallas H S Compares
See how North Dallas 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
3120 N HASKELL AVE, Dallas, TX 75204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Dallas H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BOOKER T WASHINGTON SPVA MAGNET (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is INNOVATION DESIGN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UPLIFT ATLAS PREPARATORY - H S (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,007
Median Home Value
$451,900
Median Rent
$1,822/mo
Population
33,552
College Educated
69.6%
Homeownership
19.4%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
31
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Dallas H S
What grades does North Dallas H S serve?
North Dallas H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend North Dallas H S?
North Dallas H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,276 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Dallas H S?
The student-teacher ratio at North Dallas H S is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Dallas H S rank in TX?
North Dallas H S ranks #6,631 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is North Dallas H S's MySchoolScout rating?
North Dallas H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 North Dallas H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Dallas H S has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Dallas H S a charter school?
No, North Dallas H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Dallas H S a Title I school?
No, North Dallas H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Dallas H S?
88.4% of students at North 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,276
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.6%
- Phone
- (972) 925-1500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 76.0%
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #206 of 235
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