Excellent
#755 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 9% in state
Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl
Middle School · DALLAS ISD
710 CHEYENNE RD, Balch Springs, TX 75180
Enrollment
769
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
769
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#755 of 8,552
In Balch Springs
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#38 of 235
DALLAS ISD
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl
Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl is a public middle school in Balch Springs, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl serves approximately 769 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #755 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl — Students at Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl Compares
See how Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl 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
710 CHEYENNE RD, Balch Springs, TX 75180
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED & GIFTED IN PLEASANT GROVE (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FRED F FLORENCE (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Dallas), a more accessible option. For more schools in Balch Springs, see our Balch Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GILBERT CUELLAR SR EL Dallas | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - PLEASANT GROVE Dallas | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| FLOYD EL Blach Springs | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| JOHN W RUNYON EL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| CRISTO REY DALLAS COLLEGE PREP Dallas | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| WILLIAM M ANDERSON EL Dallas | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FRED F FLORENCE Dallas | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PLEASANT GROVE EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Balch Springs | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| A+ SECONDARY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| JULIUS DORSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Dallas | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| H GRADY SPRUCE H S Dallas | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| BALCH SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Balch Springs | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST Dallas | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| RICHARD LAGOW EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MCWHORTER EL Mesquite | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED & GIFTED IN PLEASANT GROVE Dallas | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE PRI Dallas | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| SEABOURN EL Mesquite | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| GRAY EL Balch Springs | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,695
Median Home Value
$208,100
Median Rent
$1,249/mo
Population
27,006
College Educated
11.3%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
36.1 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
33.7
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|---|---|
| AUSTIN MIDDLE San Juan, TX | 8.5 |
| B L GRAY J H Mission, TX | 8.5 |
| BRIARHILL MIDDLE Highland Village, TX | 8.5 |
| CANYON RIDGE MIDDLE Austin, TX | 8.5 |
| COLLEYVILLE MIDDLE Colleyville, TX | 8.5 |
| CROSS TIMBERS MIDDLE Gravevine, TX | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl
What grades does Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl serve?
Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl?
Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl has an enrollment of approximately 769 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl?
The student-teacher ratio at Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl rank in TX?
Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl ranks #755 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl's MySchoolScout rating?
Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl a charter school?
No, Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl a Title I school?
No, Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl?
94.0% of students at Young Women's Steam Academy at Balch Springs Middl 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 769
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 892-5800
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #38 of 235
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