Serving 2,006 students in grades 9-12, Moises E Molina 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 99% 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: 2,006 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MOISES E MOLINA H S serves the west part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moises E Molina High School's student population of 2,006 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,006 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
Moises E Molina 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 Moises E Molina High School is 0.12, 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
#6798 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
94%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
1%
24%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
85%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Teal
School Mascot
Jaguar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moises E Molina High School's ranking?
Moises E Molina High School is ranked #6798 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Moises E Molina High School often compared to?
Moises E Molina High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset High School, W H Adamson High School by visitors of our site.
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 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moises E Molina High School?
The graduation rate of Moises E Molina High School is 85%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Moises E Molina High School?
2,006 students attend Moises E Molina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Moises E Molina High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moises E Molina High School?
Moises E Molina High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moises E Molina High School offer ?
Moises E Molina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Moises E Molina High School part of?
Moises E Molina High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Moises E Molina High School located?
Moises E Molina High School is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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