North Dallas High School is a public secondary school located in the Oak Lawn area of Dallas, Texas, United States. It enrolls students in grades 9-12 and is a part of the Dallas Independent School District. As of 2017, the principal administrator is Katherine Eska.
Serving 1,276 students in grades 9-12, North Dallas High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Dallas High School's student population of 1,276 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
White, Orange
School Rankings
North Dallas High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Dallas High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7124 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Dallas High School's ranking?
North Dallas High School is ranked #7124 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Dallas High School often compared to?
North Dallas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Dallas High School?
The graduation rate of North Dallas High School is 75%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Dallas High School?
1,276 students attend North Dallas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of North Dallas High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Dallas High School?
North Dallas High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Dallas High School offer ?
North Dallas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Dallas High School part of?
North Dallas High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is North Dallas High School located?
North Dallas High School is located in the Cityplace neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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