New Tech High School at B. F. Darrell, formerly A. Maceo Smith New Tech High School, is a four-year public high school serving grades 9–12 in the Oak Cliff area of Dallas, Texas. It is part of the Dallas Independent School District.
Serving 407 students in grades 9-12, New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School's student population of 407 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2011
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
School Rankings
New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School is 0.41, 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
#1851 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
74%
54%
Black
21%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School's ranking?
New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School is ranked #1851 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School often compared to?
New Tech H S At B F Darrell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like School Of Science And Engineering, Sunnyvale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School?
The graduation rate of New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School?
407 students attend New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School?
New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School offer ?
New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School part of?
New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School located?
New Tech H S At B F Darrell High School is located in the Cedar Crest neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 32 other public schools located in Cedar Crest.
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