Serving 292 students in grades 6-8, Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center's student population of 292 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center 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 Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center is 0.40, 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
#5888 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
75%
54%
Black
19%
13%
White
3%
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
89%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center's ranking?
Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center is ranked #5888 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center?
292 students attend Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center?
Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center offer ?
Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center part of?
Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center located?
Ignite Middle At Jw Ray Learning Center 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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