Serving 676 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows 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 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows's student population of 676 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
676 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows 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 Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows 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
#7471 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
75%
54%
Black
19%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows's ranking?
Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows is ranked #7471 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows often compared to?
Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadowsis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Highlands Elementary School, Northlake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows?
676 students attend Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows?
Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows offer ?
Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows part of?
Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows located?
Personalized Learning Academy At Highland Meadows is located in the Highland Meadows neighborhood of Dallas, TX.
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