Average
#4108 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 48% in state
North Mesquite H S
High School · MESQUITE ISD
18201 LBJ FWY, Mesquite, TX 75150
Enrollment
2,100
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,100
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,108 of 8,552
In Mesquite
#15 of 50
public schools
In district
#11 of 50
MESQUITE ISD
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About North Mesquite H S
North Mesquite H S is a public high school in Mesquite, TX, part of MESQUITE ISD. North Mesquite H S serves approximately 2,100 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. North Mesquite H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,108 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for North Mesquite H S show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
North Mesquite H S is a large school: 2,100 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.
30% of students at North Mesquite 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 Mesquite H S — Students at North Mesquite H S score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.8%
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: 7.2/10.
How North Mesquite H S Compares
See how North Mesquite 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
18201 LBJ FWY, Mesquite, TX 75150
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Mesquite H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) MESQUITE (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dallas), with a comparable rating. Additionally, POTEET H S (rated 5.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mesquite, see our Mesquite schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EASTRIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mesquite | 0.6 mi | — |
| KIMBALL EL Mesquite | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| MCDONALD MIDDLE Mesquite | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| TOSCH EL Mesquite | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| CANNADAY EL Mesquite | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| MCKENZIE EL Mesquite | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| APPLESEED ACADEMY Mesquite | 1.1 mi | — |
| KIMBROUGH MIDDLE Mesquite | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| BEASLEY EL Mesquite | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| LAWRENCE EL Mesquite | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| POTEET H S Mesquite | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| FLORENCE EL Mesquite | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) MESQUITE Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| WILKINSON MIDDLE Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| AUSTIN EL Mesquite | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| VANSTON MIDDLE Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| KIDS DISCOVERY ACADEMY INC. Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| RUGEL EL Mesquite | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| MOTLEY EL Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| SHANDS EL Mesquite | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75150 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,985
Median Home Value
$221,000
Median Rent
$1,387/mo
Population
63,023
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
52.3%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
33.5
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|---|---|
| BOSWELL H S Fort Worth, TX | 6.5 |
| LUFKIN H S Lufkin, TX | 6.5 |
| MEDINA VALLEY H S Castroville, TX | 6.5 |
| MEMORIAL H S Frisco, TX | 6.5 |
| PARKLAND H S El Paso, TX | 6.5 |
| PFLUGERVILLE H S Pflugerville, TX | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Mesquite H S
What grades does North Mesquite H S serve?
North Mesquite H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend North Mesquite H S?
North Mesquite H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Mesquite H S?
The student-teacher ratio at North Mesquite H S is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Mesquite H S rank in TX?
North Mesquite H S ranks #4,108 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is North Mesquite H S's MySchoolScout rating?
North Mesquite H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Mesquite H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Mesquite H S has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Mesquite H S a charter school?
No, North Mesquite H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Mesquite H S a Title I school?
No, North Mesquite H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Mesquite H S?
86.8% of students at North Mesquite 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
- 2,100
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 151
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (972) 882-7900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
MESQUITE ISD- District Enrollment
- 38,265
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,223
- District Rank
- #11 of 50
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