Serving 570 students in grades 6-8, Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Zan Wesley Holmes Jr. Middle School serves the west part of Dallas, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School's student population of 570 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
570 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School is 0.15, 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
#4636 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
92%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School's ranking?
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School is ranked #4636 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School?
570 students attend Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School?
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School offer ?
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School part of?
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School located?
Zan Wesley Holmes Jr Middle School is located in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 46 other public schools located in Oak Cliff.
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