Rosie M. Collins Sorrells School of Education and Social Services is a magnet secondary school located in Dallas, Texas, United States. It is a part of the Dallas Independent School District and is within the Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Magnet Center.
Serving 168 students in grades 9-12, Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School's student population of 168 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
168 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School is 0.39, 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
#488 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-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
Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Mascot
The Fabulous Phoenix
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School's ranking?
Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School is ranked #488 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School?
The graduation rate of Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School?
168 students attend Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School?
Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School offer ?
Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School part of?
Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School located?
Rosie Sorrells Education And Social Services High School is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.
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