Serving 556 students in grades 7-8, Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RAUL QUINTANILLA SR MIDDLE serves the west part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy's student population of 556 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
556 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy is 0.13, 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
#3649 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
93%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy's ranking?
Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy is ranked #3649 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy?
556 students attend Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy?
Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy offer ?
Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy part of?
Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy located?
Raul Quintanilla Sr Middle Steam Academy is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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