Below Average
#7427 of 8,552 schools in TX
W T White H S
High School · DALLAS ISD
4505 RIDGESIDE DR, Dallas, TX 75244
Enrollment
2,074
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,074
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,427 of 8,552
In Dallas
#328 of 374
public schools
In district
#226 of 235
DALLAS ISD
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About W T White H S
W T White H S is a public high school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. W T White H S serves approximately 2,074 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. W T White H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,427 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for W T White H S show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
W T White H S is a large school: 2,074 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.
35% of students at W T White 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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W T White H S — Students at W T White H S score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
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: 2.8/10.
How W T White H S Compares
See how W T White 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
4505 RIDGESIDE DR, Dallas, TX 75244
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W T White H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JESUIT COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NATHAN ADAMS EL Dallas | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| THE HOCKADAY SCHOOL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| JESUIT COLLEGE PREP SCHOOL Dallas | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| TOM C GOOCH EL Dallas | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| THE LAMPLIGHTER SCHOOL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| GRACE ACADEMY OF DALLAS Dallas | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| THOMAS C MARSH MIDDLE Dallas | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| HARRY C WITHERS EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| VANGUARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| EWELL D WALKER MIDDLE Dallas | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| PRESTONWOOD MONTESSORI AT E D WALKER Dallas | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| PARISH EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| EARLY COLLEGE H S Dallas | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| GREENHILL SCHOOL Addison | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| THE WESTWOOD SCHOOL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| THE WINSTON SCHOOL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| DALLAS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| GEORGE HERBERT WALKER BUSH EL Addison | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75244 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,800
Median Home Value
$578,200
Median Rent
$1,918/mo
Population
13,105
College Educated
66.8%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
37.2
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|---|---|
| BEAUMONT UNITED H S Beaumont, TX | 4.1 |
| H GRADY SPRUCE H S Dallas, TX | 4.1 |
| SEGUIN H S Seguin, TX | 4.1 |
| SPLENDORA H S Splendora, TX | 4.1 |
| TERRELL H S Terrell, TX | 4.1 |
| EISENHOWER H S Houston, TX | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W T White H S
What grades does W T White H S serve?
W T White H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend W T White H S?
W T White H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,074 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W T White H S?
The student-teacher ratio at W T White H S is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W T White H S rank in TX?
W T White H S ranks #7,427 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is W T White H S's MySchoolScout rating?
W T White H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 W T White H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W T White H S has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is W T White H S a charter school?
No, W T White H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W T White H S a Title I school?
No, W T White H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W T White H S?
86.7% of students at W T White 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
- 2,074
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 137
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.3%
- Phone
- (972) 502-6200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 71.0%
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #226 of 235
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