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Ume Dallas Secondary
High School · UME PREPARATORY ACADEMY
3838 SPUR 408, Dallas, TX 75236
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Ume Dallas Secondary
Ume Dallas Secondary is a public high school in Dallas, TX, part of the UME PREPARATORY ACADEMY. The school serves approximately 582 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.6:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $49,077, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
Ume Dallas Secondary is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 582 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Address
- 3838 SPUR 408, Dallas, TX 75236
- Phone
- (214) 545-6243
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Ume Dallas Secondary Compares
See how Ume Dallas Secondary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3838 SPUR 408, Dallas, TX 75236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ume Dallas Secondary may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TRINIDAD GARZA EARLY COLLEGE AT MT VIEW (rated 7.2/10, 2.8 miles away). Another option is MOISES E MOLINA H S (rated 6.0/10, 2.4 miles away). Additionally, DUNCANVILLE H S (rated 4.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Duncanville). For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UME PREPARATORY ACADEMY Dallas | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - MOUNTAIN CREEK Lewisville | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| JAMES R BILHARTZ JR EL Dallas | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| LIFE SCHOOL MOUNTAIN CREEK Red Oak | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| DUNCANVILLE H S Duncanville | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| LA ACADEMIA DE ESTRELLAS Dallas | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| LA ACADEMIA DE ESTRELLAS MIDDLE Dallas | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| MOISES E MOLINA H S Dallas | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LESLIE A STEMMONS EL Dallas | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| UME PREPARATORY ACADEMY - DUNCANVILLE Duncanville | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE EL Dallas | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| FAIRMEADOWS EL Duncanville | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| NANCY J COCHRAN EL Dallas | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| TRINIDAD GARZA EARLY COLLEGE AT MT VIEW Dallas | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| WILLIAM LEE HASTINGS EL Duncanville | 3.1 mi | 3.3 |
| THOMAS TOLBERT EL Dallas | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - DALLAS Dallas | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| CHARLES ACTON LEADERSHP ACADEMY Dallas | 3.2 mi | 3.4 |
| WILLIAM H BYRD MIDDLE Duncanville | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| G W KENNEMER MIDDLE Dallas | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,077
Median Home Value
$237,900
Median Rent
$1,312/mo
Population
19,522
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
29.5%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
29
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ume Dallas Secondary has a median household income of $49,077. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $237,900, with a median rent of $1,312/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LIBERTY H S Houston, TX | 2.9 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF INNOVATION - WACO Beverly Hills, TX | 3.3 |
| NEWMAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF ARLINGTON GIBBINS Arlington, TX | 3.4 |
| EASTSIDE EARLY COLLEGE H S Austin, TX | 3.7 |
| MANOR NEW TECHNOLOGY HIGH Manor, TX | 3.7 |
| IMPACT EARLY COLLEGE H S Baytown, TX | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ume Dallas Secondary
What grades does Ume Dallas Secondary serve?
Ume Dallas Secondary serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Ume Dallas Secondary?
Ume Dallas Secondary has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ume Dallas Secondary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ume Dallas Secondary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Ume Dallas Secondary a charter school?
Yes, Ume Dallas Secondary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ume Dallas Secondary a Title I school?
No, Ume Dallas Secondary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ume Dallas Secondary?
41.1% of students at Ume Dallas Secondary 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
- City Safety
- High (4,021/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Dallas). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 582
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (214) 545-6243
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
UME PREPARATORY ACADEMY- District Enrollment
- 1,567
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,016
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