South Oak Cliff High School is a public secondary school located in the Oak Cliff area of Dallas, Texas, United States. South Oak Cliff High School enrolls students in grades 9-12 and is a part of the Dallas Independent School District. The school serves the area of Dallas known as "South Oak Cliff".
Serving 1,537 students in grades 9-12, South Oak Cliff 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Oak Cliff High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Oak Cliff High School's student population of 1,537 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
White, Gold, Old gold
School Rankings
South Oak Cliff 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 South Oak Cliff High School is 0.51, 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
#7588 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
59%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Oak Cliff High School's ranking?
South Oak Cliff High School is ranked #7588 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Oak Cliff High School?
The graduation rate of South Oak Cliff High School is 78%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Oak Cliff High School?
1,537 students attend South Oak Cliff High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of South Oak Cliff High School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Oak Cliff High School?
South Oak Cliff High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Oak Cliff High School offer ?
South Oak Cliff High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Oak Cliff High School part of?
South Oak Cliff High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is South Oak Cliff High School located?
South Oak Cliff High School is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.
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