For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 5,736 students in 75241, TX (there are , serving 78 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 75241, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 75241, TX are Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy At A Maceo Smith, Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Collegiate Academy and Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75241 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75241, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75241, TX Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy At A Maceo Smith
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3030 Stag
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-2100
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-2100
Gr: 6-12 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Collegiate Academy
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1700 E Camp Wisdom
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 932-7300
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 932-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5640 S Marsalis Ave
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-3500
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #44.
Dr Frederick Haynes Iii Global Prep At Paul Quinn
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3837 Simpson Stuart Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-3300
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-3300
Gr: 6-9 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Otto M Fridia Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6011 Old Ox Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 794-8000
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 794-8000
Gr: PK-5 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #66.
Wilmer-hutchins Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7475 J J Lemmon Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 925-2600
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 925-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Gateway Charter Academy - Middle - High School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1015 E Wheatland Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 375-1921
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 375-1921
Gr: 6-12 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #88.
Kennedy-curry Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6605 Sebring
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 925-1600
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 925-1600
Gr: 6-8 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Gateway Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6103 University Hills Blvd
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 375-2039
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 375-2039
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
J N Ervin Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3722 Black Oak Dr
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-3700
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Kipp Oak Cliff Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3837 Simpson Stuart Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 323-4240
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 323-4240
Gr: 9-12 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1212.
Wilmer-hutchins High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5520 Langdon Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 925-2900
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 925-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 949 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
Medlock Youth Village
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1508 E Langdon Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 225-9735
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 225-9735
Gr: 7-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1414.
Texans Can Academy - Grant East
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Morgan Dr
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 225-1194
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 225-1194
Gr: 9-12 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
75241, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2929 Stag Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-2100
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-2100
Gr: K-5
3636 Tioga St
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 225-7316
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 225-7316
Gr: PK-1 | 445 students
Children First Of Dallas Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
315 E Wheatland Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 371-2545
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 371-2545
Gr: PK-7 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
I Am That I Am Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
4710 Lynacre Dr
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 372-6838
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 372-6838
Gr: 7-12 | 68 students
8612 Trippie St
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 376-7311
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 376-7311
Gr: 9-12 | 56 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 75241, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 75241, TX include Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy At A Maceo Smith, Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Collegiate Academy and Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy.
How many public schools are located in 75241?
14 public schools are located in 75241.
What percentage of students in 75241 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 75241 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75241?
75241 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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