West Dallas J High School serves 353 students in grades 7-8.
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 Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Dallas J High School's student population of 353 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Dallas J High School is 0.49, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
63%
54%
Black
35%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Dallas J High School?
353 students attend West Dallas J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of West Dallas J High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Dallas J High School?
West Dallas J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Dallas J High School offer ?
West Dallas J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is West Dallas J High School part of?
West Dallas J High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
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