Advertisement

GreatSchools Rating

Life School Oak Cliff

Charter | K-12 | 1363 students

Last modified
Community Rating

3 stars

Community Rating by Year
2013:
Based on 2 ratings
2012:
No new ratings
2011:
Based on 1 rating
2010:
Based on 6 ratings

Teacher quality

Principal leadership

Parent involvement

Rate this school

Click on stars to rate
Please select a star rating for this school.
    Helpful reviews answer questions:
  • What do you think others should know?
  • What do you like?
  • How could your school improve?
    Review Guidelines
    GreatSchools won’t post reviews that contain:
  • Inappropriate language
  • Allegations of criminal conduct
  • Names of students, teachers or staff
1200 characters remaining
Please indicate your relationship to the school.
Please read and accept our Terms of Use to join GreatSchools.
Indicates a required field

75 reviews of this school


Sort by:
Show reviews by:
Posted April 1, 2013

04/01/2013 my son needed to use the restroom due to his disability also the school does have a doctor letter on file. If you want your child to have an accident before he return back to your home this is the school to send your child too. He was told no when he asked if he could go to the restroom. On top of that he received a tally when he went after he soil his pants. Wow
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 1, 2013

Life School has an excessive tally system. The teachers are not consistent with homework or newsletters. Also, the school's technology and library is outdated. The front desk person is generally rude and the teaching staff lacks diversity.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 27, 2011

Life School isnt a good choice for your children. I've been attending Life School for 3 years now. The first year was great, but i started to realize Life School cared about the Tally/Dresscode system more then the students education. Its not that the students are rude and disrepectful, we just think that we are to old to be getting tallies/dresscodes in highschool, and majority of our teachers now are substitutes. The only thing that is keeping me at Life School is the sports, cause Life School is all about sports! -Student of Life School-


Posted December 14, 2010

My children have attended Life School Oak Cliff for three years now, they are all well mannered and very respectful children. I find that the tally system to be very silly! My youngest child has recieved several tallies for normal childhood behaviors such as skipping! We have to pay for our children to participate in sports, $75 per child! And we do not see where the money is going! Every sporting event we have to drive over an hour to get there while Life School Red Oak plays on their football field! Life School is a school operated by WHITE people getting rich off of our children! The children have to walk outside in the rain and cold to get to class, they even have to walk off campus to the lubias murry building unattended for classes! This school is by far a joke!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 26, 2010

My child is enrolled in Kindergarten. I like his teachers and enjoy the bilingual program that this campus offers. The tallie system is insane and a bit excessive, especially for 5 year olds. I think the school is structured to "weed out" students that don't fit their pre-determined mold. I was NOT impressed with the principle. She has cold, uncaring and very rude! I won't say don't send you're child to LSOC but I will say be prepared for the rigidness.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 7, 2010

The parents who posted Aug 7 & May 8 are ABSOLUTELY RIGHT. The tallies Life gives out will drive you & your child crazy--& for the most ridiculous things! If your child blinks or breathes too hard in PE, he'll get a tally. Plus this place has set times that they wont release YOUR CHILD to YOU! This school promotes misery & stress--not joy, encouragement & progress. On his last day there my son complained that recess & lunch are the worst times of his day. They have some idiotic red light system & the children cannot talk at all while the red light is on. I went to eat lunch with him. Why was the red light on 90% of the time?? These ppl are lunatics. They want children to be seen and not heard AT ALL at this school. TERRIBLE CHOICE!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 7, 2010

RUN WHILE YOU CAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!The Life School Oak Cliff campus is a horrible choice of schools. This campus did not meet its standards academically. Most teachers parent concerned with the students education. More focus is put on behavior. Most behavioral issues are petty ones and should not even be addressed. In the event that your child doesn't bring lunch, they will let the child go hungry and call to tell you later. NOT A GOOD CHOICE!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 8, 2010

If you want your child to be encouraged & continue to be happy ---> this is not the school..The Tally System controls this school and the teachers. Please go and observe your child in class every chance you get its very important...My child is no longer there after being in Kindergarten for the Fall Semester , he is much happier and so are we....
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 29, 2010

My daughter has gone to Life for two years now and I am very please. I like the discipline structire, encouraged parent involvement and what the kids doing and learning.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 5, 2010

If you are going to consider the school please look at every area very closely. I was disappointed that my child that is now an 8th grader was behind in his reading and writing. Therefore, for the parents that is maybe in denial please check look into for yourself you may see it different. I will say that if you are going to consider Life School look at Red Oak.......
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 13, 2010

When reading these reviews please take into account what type of child you have and compare that to the type of child the parent that is writing the review has. I have a child at the school who is VERY well behaved and I LOVE the tally system. That is because I taught my child appropriate behavior at home. The parents that complain about the tally system (nine times out of ten) have horribly behaved children. I personally know a lot of the teachers at the school and the students EARN the tallies they receive they are not GIVEN. The only thing I do not like about the school is that they don't have any extra curricular activities for the lower grades. Other than that my child is doing wonderfully. To sum it all up in layman's terms...if you child is bad this is not the school for you.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 13, 2009

Like school Oak Cliff has dropped significantly since opening their Red Oak Campus. I do not feel that the children are receiving the quality of teaching that they once had. Life School can be a great charter school if they would focus more on the academic level heavy, rather than how many tallies a child gets. It was a time when the teachers at Life were wonderful and interested in the children now I feel that they are no different than a teacher in the public school system. Charter schools were creted to allow different methods of learning out side of the municipal ran public school districts and I feel that Life has gotten out of that focus.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 18, 2009

Life School teaches to the TAKS test, all of my child's homework were from TAKS practice sheets. Life School teach for the test instead of helping the parents to provide the foundation of all the courses needed for the child to be successful in school. Furthermore, Life School is more concerned with giving tallies then with teaching children life skills. The size of the class is the same size as public schools. We will be looking to attend another school for 2009-2010.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 17, 2009

Life is a great school to attend and has grown throughout the years I attended. Those who left because the school was still developing missed out on what was gained by students who stayed as well as later students. It's not the best school ever but it is one of the better schools in Dallas and most students leave with more than a great education. The teachers and students are always fun to come back to and the investment in the students' futures grows every year.
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 12, 2009

Life School can be a great charter school if they would focus more on the academic level heavy, rather than how many tallies a child gets. I'm not sure they know it or not, but these tallies hurt our children for a life time because they leave at the end of the day from school scared to come home thinking they will be in trouble. There tallie system has scared by child. I believe that some issues can be handled by the teacher and not sent home for every time. The school needs to realize that the K-2 are young, give them time to grow. A Psyclogoist said that they are typical young children learning and growing. This is how much damage the their tallie system has done.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 12, 2009

If you care about you children please choose another school. The teachers focus more on the tallie system than the child. A good Education is so much more important.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 12, 2009

if you really care about the well being of your child in lower grades please reconsider. some teachers can destroy their confidence. How can you say parent involvement is stressed when the parent is a phone call or email away and the parent isnt informed of what is happening or what is perceived to be happening... Took my child out and place him in DISD and he is behind. I thought that Life would offer a better opportunity for him. Who would have ever thought that he stood a better chance in public school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 24, 2008

the only problem I have in attending this school is the fact that they don't offer many electives besides the basic fine arts. I wish I could take photography or vet science so that when I go to college next year (I am a senior), I can go right in to my preferable major. Also, the seniors aren't really getting their 'priveleges' as seniors. What I mean is, we have to work for free senior dress day on Friday when last year's seniors did nothing for it. We also are getting alot of homework and it is very overwhelming when we have to finish this junk and ALSO get ready for college by taking ACT/SAT and sending in applications. We got enough on our plate, thanks. We also do not have enough college prep or ACT/SAT prep. It gets kind of scary that way.
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 25, 2008

I have 3 children attending the Life School Dallas Campus. My son will graduate this year. I have an elementary student and a Junior High Student. I honestly believe that this is one of the best schools in the southern sector of Dallas, While the opening of additional campuses further exemplify the readiness of this school to make a difference. While the focus is on education and behavior and many other values your children will not receive in the public school sector. Like any parent my children are my jewels and I trust and believe that this is a great school. We have been in this school since it started and I would not think about sending my children to any other school. I love the staff, I know almost all of them personally. I just like the way the school operates. IT IS AN AWESOME SCHOOL
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 1, 2008

My grandsons have attended this school from the beginning of their education and we (daugher and son-in-law) are very pleased. I work within a school district and Life School is miles ahead of the game regarding education, discipline, dress code, parental involvement, etc. I can only see this institution growing in a more positive direction for the benefits of the children. Great Job Tom Wilson and staff!


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2011.

118 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
57%

2008

 
 
68%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

119 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2011.

106 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
70%

2009

 
 
57%

2008

 
 
69%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

106 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
86%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 90% in 2011.

106 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

107 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
75%

2008

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

107 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
87%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

106 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
71%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

115 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
73%

2010

 
 
70%

2009

 
 
75%

2008

 
 
84%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

115 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
97%

2008

 
 
98%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

133 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
63%

2008

 
 
74%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

134 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
83%

2008

 
 
83%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.

134 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 73% in 2011.

90 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
80%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

93 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
100%
Science

The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.

94 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
49%

2008

 
 
53%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 95% in 2011.

94 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
96%

2009

 
 
73%

2008

 
 
93%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 70% in 2011.

69 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
69%

2009

 
 
72%

2008

 
 
58%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

74 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
79%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 91% in 2011.

68 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
94%
Math

The state average for Math was 74% in 2011.

64 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
57%

2008

 
 
49%
Science

The state average for Science was 76% in 2011.

65 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
55%

2009

 
 
61%

2008

 
 
58%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 93% in 2011.

68 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
83%

2008

 
 
83%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

English Language Arts

The state average for English Language Arts was 95% in 2011.

72 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
97%
Math

The state average for Math was 90% in 2011.

67 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
77%
Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2011.

68 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
76%

2008

 
 
80%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 99% in 2011.

69 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
99%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students66%
Female65%
Male68%
Black or African American59%
Asiann/a
Hispanic75%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged64%
Not economically disadvantaged71%
Special educationn/a
Not special education66%
Limited English proficient (LEP)71%
Proficient in English65%
Non-migrant66%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students78%
Female81%
Male73%
Black or African American79%
Asiann/a
Hispanic75%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantaged85%
Special educationn/a
Not special education78%
Limited English proficient (LEP)63%
Proficient in English82%
Non-migrant78%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students75%
Female68%
Male84%
Black or African American74%
Asiann/a
Hispanic76%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged83%
Special educationn/a
Not special education76%
Limited English proficient (LEP)65%
Proficient in English77%
Non-migrant75%
Gifted/talented90%

Reading

All Students78%
Female79%
Male78%
Black or African American79%
Asiann/a
Hispanic76%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged76%
Not economically disadvantaged83%
Special educationn/a
Not special education78%
Limited English proficient (LEP)59%
Proficient in English82%
Non-migrant78%
Gifted/talented90%

Writing

All Students87%
Female86%
Male88%
Black or African American90%
Asiann/a
Hispanic78%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special educationn/a
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)71%
Proficient in English90%
Non-migrant87%
Gifted/talented90%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students83%
Female80%
Male87%
Black or African American82%
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged79%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special educationn/a
Not special education83%
Limited English proficient (LEP)69%
Proficient in English85%
Non-migrant83%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students84%
Female87%
Male81%
Black or African American86%
Asiann/a
Hispanic78%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged85%
Special educationn/a
Not special education84%
Limited English proficient (LEP)69%
Proficient in English86%
Non-migrant84%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Science

All Students72%
Female71%
Male72%
Black or African American71%
Asiann/a
Hispanic69%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged65%
Not economically disadvantaged85%
Special educationn/a
Not special education72%
Limited English proficient (LEP)58%
Proficient in English73%
Non-migrant72%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students73%
Female70%
Male76%
Black or African American68%
Asiann/a
Hispanic88%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged75%
Not economically disadvantaged70%
Special educationn/a
Not special education74%
Limited English proficient (LEP)89%
Proficient in English71%
Non-migrant73%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students88%
Female92%
Male84%
Black or African American89%
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education40%
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)67%
Proficient in English89%
Non-migrant88%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students83%
Female81%
Male87%
Black or African American80%
Asiann/a
Hispanic88%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Special education60%
Not special education84%
Limited English proficient (LEP)89%
Proficient in English83%
Non-migrant83%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students80%
Female84%
Male74%
Black or African American79%
Asiann/a
Hispanic81%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged84%
Special education67%
Not special education80%
Limited English proficient (LEP)63%
Proficient in English81%
Non-migrant80%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Writing

All Students97%
Female100%
Male92%
Black or African American99%
Asiann/a
Hispanic93%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged98%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special education40%
Not special education99%
Limited English proficient (LEP)88%
Proficient in English98%
Non-migrant97%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students88%
Female89%
Male86%
Black or African American93%
Asiann/a
Hispanic80%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special educationn/a
Not special education89%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English92%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant88%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students98%
Female98%
Male97%
Black or African American97%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged98%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education100%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English98%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Science

All Students79%
Female75%
Male84%
Black or African American78%
Asiann/a
Hispanic80%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged73%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education29%
Not special education83%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English82%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant79%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Social Studies

All Students97%
Female98%
Male95%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant97%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students80%
Female79%
Male80%
Black or African American76%
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged75%
Special educationn/a
Not special education80%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English78%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant80%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Reading

All Students92%
Female90%
Male93%
Black or African American90%
Asiann/a
Hispanic93%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged90%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education60%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)80%
Proficient in English93%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

English Language Arts

All Students91%
Female91%
Male91%
Black or African American90%
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education33%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Math

All Students78%
Female78%
Male78%
Black or African American72%
Asiann/a
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged80%
Special educationn/a
Not special education79%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English77%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant78%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Science

All Students60%
Female52%
Male69%
Black or African American53%
Asiann/a
Hispanic73%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged64%
Not economically disadvantaged54%
Special educationn/a
Not special education62%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English61%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant60%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Social Studies

All Students97%
Female100%
Male94%
Black or African American95%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education80%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant97%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

English Language Arts

All Students99%
Female100%
Male97%
Black or African American98%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged98%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education90%
Not special education100%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English99%
Non-migrant99%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Math

All Students96%
Female95%
Male96%
Black or African American95%
Asiann/a
Hispanic95%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education75%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English95%
Non-migrant96%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Science

All Students88%
Female87%
Male90%
Black or African American89%
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Special education33%
Not special education97%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English89%
Non-migrant88%
Gifted/talentedn/a

Social Studies

All Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged100%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education100%
Not special education100%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English100%
Non-migrant100%
Gifted/talentedn/a
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 66% 14%
Hispanic 29% 48%
White 4% 34%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 13%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 5%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 8%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 57%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 10%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 63%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 17%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 5%N/A23%
21 or more years 5%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
Notice an inaccuracy? Let us know!

4400 S R L Thornton Fwy
Dallas, TX 75224
Website: Click here
Phone: (214) 376-8200

ADVERTISEMENT

Compare this school
to nearby schools

Compare schools »

Compare

Add this school to compare
ADVERTISEMENT