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Best 75241 Texas Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 5,681 students in 75241, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 78 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 75241, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75241, TX are Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy At A Maceo Smith, Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Collegiate Academy and Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75241 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75241, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best 75241, TX Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy At A Maceo Smith
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3030 Stag
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-2100
Gr: 6-12 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Kathlyn Joy Gilliam Collegiate Academy
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1700 E Camp Wisdom
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 932-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Thomas L Marsalis El Steam Academy
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5640 S Marsalis Ave
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Dr Frederick Haynes Iii Global Prep At Paul Quinn
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3837 Simpson Stuart Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-3300
Gr: 6-10 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #55.
Otto M Fridia Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6011 Old Ox Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 794-8000
Gr: PK-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Wilmer-hutchins Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7475 J J Lemmon Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 925-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Gateway Charter Academy - Middle - High School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1015 E Wheatland Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 375-1921
Gr: 6-12 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #88.
Royce West Leadership School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6605 Sebring
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 925-1600
Gr: 6-8 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Gateway Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6103 University Hills Blvd
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 375-2039
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1
Rank: #1010.
J N Ervin Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3722 Black Oak Dr
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 749-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1111.
Kipp Oak Cliff Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3837 Simpson Stuart Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 323-4240
Gr: 9-12 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Wilmer-hutchins High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5520 Langdon Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 925-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 921 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
Medlock Youth Village
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1508 E Langdon Rd
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 225-9735
Gr: 6-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1414.
Texans Can Academy - Grant East
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2901 Morgan Dr
Dallas, TX 75241
(972) 228-4226
Gr: 9-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 75241, TX?
How many public schools are located in 75241?
14 public schools are located in 75241.
What percentage of students in 75241 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 75241 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75241?
75241 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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