Serving 692 students in grades 6-8, Piedmont Global Academy 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 37% (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 15:1 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John B. Hood Middle serves the northeast part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Piedmont Global Academy's student population of 692 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
692 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
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School Rankings
Piedmont Global Academy 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 Piedmont Global Academy is 0.22, 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
#6143 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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Hispanic
88%
54%
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Black
9%
13%
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White
2%
24%
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Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piedmont Global Academy's ranking?
Piedmont Global Academy is ranked #6143 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% 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).
How many students attend Piedmont Global Academy?
692 students attend Piedmont Global Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Piedmont Global Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piedmont Global Academy?
Piedmont Global Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Piedmont Global Academy offer ?
Piedmont Global Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Piedmont Global Academy part of?
Piedmont Global Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Piedmont Global Academy located?
Piedmont Global Academy is located in the Piedmont Addition neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Piedmont Addition.
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