Serving 599 students in grades 6-8, Billy Earl Dade 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Billy Earl Dade Middle School serves the northwest part of its district in Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 14.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Billy Earl Dade Middle School's student population of 599 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
599 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Rankings
Billy Earl Dade Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Billy Earl Dade Middle School is 0.51, 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
#7124 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
59%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Billy Earl Dade Middle School's ranking?
Billy Earl Dade Middle School is ranked #7124 out of 8,096 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Billy Earl Dade Middle School?
599 students attend Billy Earl Dade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Billy Earl Dade Middle School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Billy Earl Dade Middle School?
Billy Earl Dade Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Billy Earl Dade Middle School offer ?
Billy Earl Dade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Billy Earl Dade Middle School part of?
Billy Earl Dade Middle School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Billy Earl Dade Middle School located?
Billy Earl Dade Middle School is located in the South Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 10 other public schools located in South Dallas.
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