Summary:
The 75253 zip code area in Dallas, Texas is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, with 2 schools belonging to the Dallas Independent School District (ISD) and 2 schools belonging to the Mesquite Independent School District (ISD). While the schools share some common challenges, such as high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, a few standout schools emerge from the data.
Seagoville High School stands out as the largest school in the area, with 1,779 students and the highest four-year graduation rate at 87.2%. However, the school's STAAR test scores, particularly in Algebra I, are significantly lower than the district and state averages, with only 7.01% of students proficient or better. In contrast, Dr. Linda Henrie Elementary emerges as the top-performing school, with higher STAAR Reading and Mathematics scores across grades 3-5 compared to the other elementary schools in the area.
The racial makeup of the schools in the 75253 zip code area is diverse, with Hispanic students making up the majority, ranging from 71.25% to 90.13% of the student population. The schools also share a common challenge of high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 87.13% to 92.13%. The spending per student varies significantly, from $8,027 at Dr. Linda Henrie Elementary to $12,116 at Kleberg Elementary, suggesting potential disparities in resource allocation that may impact student outcomes.
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