Serving 4,399 students in grades 9-12, Duncanville High 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 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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: 4,399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Duncanville High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Duncanville school district, covering approximately 29.5 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duncanville High School's student population of 4,399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 242 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
4,399 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
242 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1935
School Rankings
Duncanville High 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 Duncanville High School is 0.53, 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
#7317 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
41%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and royal blue
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duncanville High School's ranking?
Duncanville High School is ranked #7317 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Duncanville High School often compared to?
Duncanville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desoto High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Duncanville High School?
The graduation rate of Duncanville High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Duncanville High School?
4,399 students attend Duncanville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Duncanville High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 2% 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 Duncanville High School?
Duncanville High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Duncanville High School offer ?
Duncanville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Duncanville High School part of?
Duncanville High School is part of Duncanville Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
THE QUALITY OF ACADEMIC PROGRAMS IS GREAT FOR STUDENTS. SPORTS, AND OTHER EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIS IS ONE OF THE BEST THINGS I HAVE EVER SEEN IN A SCHOOL. THE FACILITY IS GREAT, AND THE LEVEL OF PARENT INVOLVEMENT IS GREAT ALSO I HAVE NEVER SEEN PARENTS SO INTERESTED IN OUR WORK ETC...
3 10/10/2025
This school Is absolutely amazing. It gives you a bunch of career paths that most high schools don't give. In general Duncanville ISD is amazing.
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