Serving 828 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30% in TX)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy's student population of 828 students has grown by 128% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 92% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
828 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy is 0.53, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
36%
54%
Black
59%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)14.6%
28.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy?
828 students attend Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy?
Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy offer ?
Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy part of?
Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy located?
Albert C Black Jr Steam Academy is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.
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