Serving 680 students in grades 6-8, Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
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 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School's student population of 680 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School is 0.12, 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
#5914 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
94%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
2%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School's ranking?
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School is ranked #5914 out of 8,079 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School?
680 students attend Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School?
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School offer ?
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School part of?
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School is part of Dallas ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School located?
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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