West Dallas J High School serves 317 students in grades 7-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Dallas J High School is 0.48, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
32%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Dallas J High School?
317 students attend West Dallas J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of West Dallas J High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Dallas J High School?
West Dallas J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Dallas J High School offer ?
West Dallas J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is West Dallas J High School part of?
West Dallas J High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
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