Serving 486 students in grades 6-8, Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy's student population of 486 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy 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 Alex W Spence Talented/gifted 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4884 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
62%
54%
Black
29%
13%
White
4%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy's ranking?
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy is ranked #4884 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy often compared to?
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Austin Academy For Excell by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy?
486 students attend Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy?
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy offer ?
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy part of?
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy located?
Alex W Spence Talented/gifted Academy is located in the Old East Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Old East Dallas.
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