South Oak Cliff High School is a public secondary school located in the Oak Cliff area of Dallas, Texas, United States. South Oak Cliff High School enrolls students in grades 9-12 and is a part of the Dallas Independent School District. The school serves the area of Dallas known as "South Oak Cliff".
Serving 1,560 students in grades 9-12, South Oak Cliff 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Oak Cliff High School serves the southwest part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 16.2 square miles, with most students living within a 5 to 10-minute drive and an average distance of about 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Oak Cliff High School's student population of 1,560 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,560 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Rankings
South Oak Cliff 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 South Oak Cliff High School is 0.52, 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
#7588 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
38%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
58%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 35-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
78%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Gold, Old gold
School Mascot
Golden Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Oak Cliff High School's ranking?
South Oak Cliff High School is ranked #7588 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Oak Cliff High School?
The graduation rate of South Oak Cliff High School is 78%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend South Oak Cliff High School?
1,560 students attend South Oak Cliff High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Oak Cliff High School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Oak Cliff High School?
South Oak Cliff High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Oak Cliff High School offer ?
South Oak Cliff High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Oak Cliff High School part of?
South Oak Cliff High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is South Oak Cliff High School located?
South Oak Cliff 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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