For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 4,461 students in 75212, TX (there are 2 private schools, serving 354 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 75212, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75212, TX are Dallas Environmental Science Academy, Drc Campus and Lorenzo De Zavala Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75212 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75212, TX have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75212, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dallas Environmental Science Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2200 Dennison St
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-3950
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-3950
Gr: 6-8 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Drc Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1673 Terre Colony Ct
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6136
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6136
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #33.
Lorenzo De Zavala Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3214 N Winnetka Ave
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 892-6400
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 892-6400
Gr: PK-6 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
C F Carr Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1952 Bayside St
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-4300
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Eladio R Martinez Learning Center
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4500 Bernal Dr
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-6900
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-6900
Gr: PK-6 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Eddie Bernice Johnson Stem Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 S Goode Rd
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 925-3700
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 925-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Gabe P Allen New Tech Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5220 Nomas St
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-5100
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-5100
Gr: PK-6 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Dr L G Pinkston Sr High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2815 Bickers St
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 502-2700
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 502-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,264 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Dallas County Juvenile Justice
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Lone Star Dr Ste 5
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 689-4440
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 689-4440
Gr: 6-12 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Dallas Co School For Accelerated Learning
Alternative School
1673 Terre Colony Dr
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 652-7113
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 652-7113
Gr: 7-12 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Dallas County Jjaep Cfb Campus
Alternative School
1673 Terre Colony
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6136
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6136
Gr: 8-12 | 5 students
2200 Dennison St
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 925-3700
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 925-3700
Gr: PK-3 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Justice Aep
Alternative School
1673 Terre Colony
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 925-5547
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 925-5547
Gr: 8-10 | 5 students
Rank: n/an/a
P A S S Learning Center
Alternative School
1673 Terry Colony Ct
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6136
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6136
Gr: 8-11 | 1 student
Rank: n/an/a
Pass Learning Center
Alternative School
1673 Terre Colony Court
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6736
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6736
Gr: 11 | 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
2940 Singleton Blvd
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 925-3700
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 925-3700
Gr: 7-8 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
75212, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3531 N Westmoreland Rd
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-3700
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Dallas County Jjaep Desoto Campus High School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1673 Terre Colony Ct
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6136
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6136
Gr: 8-12 | 3 students
Dallas County Jjaep Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1673 Terre Colony Court
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 496-8002
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 496-8002
Gr: 11
3719 Greenleaf St
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-3600
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
3530 Kingbridge St
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-3800
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-3800
Gr: PK-3 | 171 students
P A S S Learning Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1673 Terre Colony
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6136
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6136
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students
P A S S Learning Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1673 Terre Colony Court
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6136
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 637-6136
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students
P A S S Learning Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
1673 Terre Colony Ct
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 780-3700
Dallas, TX 75212
(214) 780-3700
2333 Calypso St
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-3500
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-3500
Gr: PK-3 | 128 students
2940 Singleton Blvd
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-4100
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 794-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2200 Dennison St
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 502-3050
Dallas, TX 75212
(972) 502-3050
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 75212, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75212, TX include Dallas Environmental Science Academy, Drc Campus and Lorenzo De Zavala Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75212?
16 public schools are located in 75212.
What percentage of students in 75212 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 75212 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75212?
75212 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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