For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,793 students in 75236, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in 75236, TX are Ume Preparatory Academy, La Academia De Estrellas and James R Bilhartz Jr Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75236 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75236, TX have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75236, TX Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ume Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3838 Spur 408
Dallas, TX 75236
(214) 445-6243
Dallas, TX 75236
(214) 445-6243
Gr: K-6 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
La Academia De Estrellas
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4680 W Kiest Blvd
Dallas, TX 75236
(214) 946-8908
Dallas, TX 75236
(214) 946-8908
Gr: PK-5 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
James R Bilhartz Jr Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Wandt
Dallas, TX 75236
(972) 708-6600
Dallas, TX 75236
(972) 708-6600
Gr: PK-4 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
La Academia De Estrellas Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4680 W Kiest Blvd
Dallas, TX 75236
(214) 946-8908
Dallas, TX 75236
(214) 946-8908
Gr: 6-8 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Ume Dallas Secondary
Charter School
3838 Spur 408
Dallas, TX 75236
(214) 545-6243
Dallas, TX 75236
(214) 545-6243
Gr: 7-12 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 75236, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75236, TX include Ume Preparatory Academy, La Academia De Estrellas and James R Bilhartz Jr Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75236?
5 public schools are located in 75236.
What is the racial composition of students in 75236?
75236 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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