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#3411 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 40% in state
Sam Tasby Middle
Middle School · DALLAS ISD
7001 FAIR OAKS AVE, Dallas, TX 75231
Enrollment
669
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
669
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#3,411 of 8,552
In Dallas
#178 of 374
public schools
In district
#132 of 235
DALLAS ISD
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Sam Tasby Middle
Sam Tasby Middle is a public middle school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Sam Tasby Middle serves approximately 669 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sam Tasby Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,411 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Sam Tasby Middle show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Sam Tasby Middle 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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Sam Tasby Middle — Students at Sam Tasby Middle score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.3/10.
How Sam Tasby Middle Compares
See how Sam Tasby Middle 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
7001 FAIR OAKS AVE, Dallas, TX 75231
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sam Tasby Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MICHAEL M BOONE EL (rated 9.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JACK LOWE SR EL (rated 9.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DAN D ROGERS EL (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JACK LOWE SR EL Dallas | 0.1 mi | 9.3 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| JILL STONE EL AT VICKERY MEADOW Dallas | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| EMMETT J CONRAD H S Dallas | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| GENEVA HEIGHTS EL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF DALLAS Dallas | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| LEE A MCSHAN JR EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE & SCHOOL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MERRIMAN PARK EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| DAN D ROGERS EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| MICHAEL M BOONE EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 9.8 |
| LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | — |
| L L HOTCHKISS EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| SCOFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ASCENSION DAY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.8 mi | — |
| HILLCREST H S Dallas | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN INTERNATIONAL EXPLORATORY ACAD Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MOSS HAVEN EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75231 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,884
Median Home Value
$466,200
Median Rent
$1,220/mo
Population
37,695
College Educated
39.4%
Homeownership
18.7%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
32
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| BELLVILLE J H Bellville, TX | 6.9 |
| FOREST BROOK MIDDLE Houston, TX | 6.9 |
| FRANCISCO PANCHO MEDRANO J H Dallas, TX | 6.9 |
| FRANK STONE MIDDLE Paris, TX | 6.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sam Tasby Middle
What grades does Sam Tasby Middle serve?
Sam Tasby Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Sam Tasby Middle?
Sam Tasby Middle has an enrollment of approximately 669 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sam Tasby Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sam Tasby Middle 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 Sam Tasby Middle rank in TX?
Sam Tasby Middle ranks #3,411 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Sam Tasby Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sam Tasby Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Sam Tasby Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sam Tasby Middle has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sam Tasby Middle a charter school?
No, Sam Tasby Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sam Tasby Middle a Title I school?
No, Sam Tasby Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sam Tasby Middle?
96.4% of students at Sam Tasby Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 669
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (972) 502-1900
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #132 of 235
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