Emmett J. Conrad High School is a public high school located in Vickery Meadow, Dallas, Texas. Emmett J. Conrad High School, which covers grades 9-12, is a part of the Dallas Independent School District. The school serves most of Vickery Meadow area and the DISD portion of Highland Meadows.
Serving 1,321 students in grades 9-12, Emmett J Conrad 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 1,321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Emmett J. Conrad High School is located in the northern part of Dallas, TX, covering approximately 4 square miles. Most students live within 1.5 miles of the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 5.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emmett J Conrad High School's student population of 1,321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emmett J Conrad 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 Emmett J Conrad 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
#6091 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
81%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
School Mascot
Charger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emmett J Conrad High School's ranking?
Emmett J Conrad High School is ranked #6091 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Emmett J Conrad High School often compared to?
Emmett J Conrad High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sam Tasby Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Emmett J Conrad High School?
The graduation rate of Emmett J Conrad High School is 81%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Emmett J Conrad High School?
1,321 students attend Emmett J Conrad High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Emmett J Conrad High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 4% 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 Emmett J Conrad High School?
Emmett J Conrad High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Emmett J Conrad High School offer ?
Emmett J Conrad High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Emmett J Conrad High School part of?
Emmett J Conrad High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Emmett J Conrad High School located?
Emmett J Conrad High School is located in the Vickery Meadow neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Vickery Meadow.
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