Serving 680 students in grades 6-8, Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy's student population of 680 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3652 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
28%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy's ranking?
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy is ranked #3652 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy often compared to?
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Austin For Excell by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy?
680 students attend Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy?
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy offer ?
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy part of?
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy is part of Dallas ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy located?
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy is located in the Old East Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Old East Dallas.
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