Serving 112 students in grades Prekindergarten, Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center 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 13% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 13%
- Reading Proficiency: 18%
- Science Proficiency: ≤5%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center's student population of 112 students has declined by 82% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center is 0.44, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)18%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
71%
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center often compared to?
Joseph J Rhoads Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Paul L Dunbar Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center?
112 students attend Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center?
Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center offer ?
Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center part of?
Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center located?
Joseph J Rhoads Learning Center 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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