Serving 293 students in grades 9-12, Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: DR WRIGHT L LASSITER JR EARLY COLLEGE H S serves the southeast part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 57.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 15.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 22.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School's student population of 293 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
293 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School is 0.24, 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
#214 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
87%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School's ranking?
Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School is ranked #214 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School often compared to?
Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like School Of Science And Engineering, Highland Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School?
293 students attend Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School?
Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School offer ?
Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School part of?
Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School located?
Dr Wright L Lassiter Jr Early College High School is located in the Dallas Downtown Historic District neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Dallas Downtown Historic District.
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