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#6957 of 8,552 schools in TX

Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy

School · FAITH FAMILY ACADEMY

1620 FALCON DR, Desoto, TX 75115

Charter

Enrollment

2,468

Student-Teacher

20.1:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,957 of 8,552

In Desoto

#5 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

FAITH FAMILY ACADEMY

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy

4.5/10

School in Desoto · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy

Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy is a public school in Desoto, TX, part of FAITH FAMILY ACADEMY. Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy serves approximately 2,468 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,957 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy is a large school: 2,468 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.

Test scores at Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy 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.

Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy runs 20.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-29.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-34.3 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-15.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
College Readiness5.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation2.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,916
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy — Students at Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 24.1% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 18 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2015
Math
48%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
16%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
16%
2022
Math
14.2%
ELA
19.5%
2024
Math
14%
ELA
20%

* 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 Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy Compares

See how Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
19th percentile in TX
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
123 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
2.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

1620 FALCON DR, Desoto, TX 75115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. MARK TWAIN SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARGARET B HENDERSON EL (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMAS L MARSALIS EL STEAM ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Desoto, see our Desoto schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
BARBARA M MANNS H S DAEP Dallas 0.2 mi 5.3
BARBARA M MANNS MIDDLE DAEP Dallas 0.2 mi 7.7
ELEMENTARY' DISCIPLINARY ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PRG Dallas 0.2 mi
CLINTON P RUSSELL EL Dallas 0.4 mi 4.6
BARBARA JORDAN EL Dallas 0.8 mi 5.7
SOUTH OAK CLIFF H S Dallas 0.8 mi 5.3
LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF Red Oak 1.0 mi 3.8
BOUDE STOREY MIDDLE Dallas 1.0 mi 7.1
CLARA OLIVER EL Dallas 1.1 mi 6.7
UPLIFT PINNACLE PREPARATORY PRI Dallas 1.3 mi 3.5
ACADEMY OF DALLAS Dallas 1.4 mi 3.4
MARK TWAIN SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED Dallas 1.4 mi 9.2
HARRELL BUDD EL Dallas 1.4 mi 5.0
BISHOP DUNNE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas 1.4 mi 7.5
MARGARET B HENDERSON EL Dallas 1.6 mi 8.7
JOHN W CARPENTER EL Dallas 1.6 mi 6.6
ADELLE TURNER EL Dallas 1.9 mi 4.8
KIPP TRUTH ACADEMY Dallas 1.9 mi 5.6
KIPP TRUTH EL Dallas 1.9 mi 5.9
THOMAS L MARSALIS EL STEAM ACADEMY Dallas 2.0 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,386

Median Home Value

$282,900

Median Rent

$1,478/mo

Population

55,997

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

70.5%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy

What grades does Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy serve?

Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy?

Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy has an enrollment of approximately 2,468 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy rank in TX?

Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy ranks #6,957 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy a charter school?

Yes, Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy a Title I school?

No, Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy?

99.5% of students at Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy 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
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
2,468
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
123
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

FAITH FAMILY ACADEMY
District Enrollment
2,882
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,916
District Rank
#2 of 2

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