Serving 1,398 students in grades 9-12, W H Adamson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W H Adamson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
W H Adamson High School's student population of 1,398 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Mascot
Leopard
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
W H Adamson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of W H Adamson High School is 0.10, 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
#6413 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
95%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 H Adamson High School's ranking?
W H Adamson High School is ranked #6413 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are W H Adamson High School often compared to?
W H Adamson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset High School, Moises E Molina High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of W H Adamson High School?
The graduation rate of W H Adamson High School is 85%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend W H Adamson High School?
1,398 students attend W H Adamson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of W H Adamson High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of W H Adamson High School?
W H Adamson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does W H Adamson High School offer ?
W H Adamson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is W H Adamson High School part of?
W H Adamson High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is W H Adamson High School located?
W H Adamson High 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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