Serving 1,153 students in grades 6-8, W E Greiner Exploratory Arts 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy's student population of 1,153 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Rankings
W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy is 0.17, 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
#3059 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy's ranking?
W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy is ranked #3059 out of 8,188 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy?
1,153 students attend W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy?
W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy offer ?
W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy part of?
W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is W E Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy located?
W E Greiner Exploratory Arts 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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