School of Science & Engineering

School of Science & Engineering

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1201 E 8th St,  Dallas, TX
Dallas Independent School District
4.2
4.4
490 Students
A+
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School Details

Head of School
Andrew Palacios
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1360
Average ACT Score
31
Math Proficiency
95%
Reading Proficiency
95%
Average GPA
3.62
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A+
Teachers
A+
College Prep
A
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
C+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.62
Reading Proficiency
95%
Math Proficiency
95%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
28
Full Time Teachers
28
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1360
Math
700
Verbal
660
Average ACT
31
Math
32
English
31
Reading
31
Science
31
Number of AP Courses
27
AP Pass Rate
99%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

English
16.7%
State Average
17%
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
513:1

Student Diversity

Male
74.9%
Female
25.1%
Hispanic
68.4%
White
12.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.6%
Black
7.8%
Two or more races
1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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School Rankings

#2 Best Magnet HS in Texas
#2 Best Public HS in Texas
#4 Best College Prep Public HS in Texas
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Texas - Austin 236 Students
Texas A&M University 217 Students
Rice University 170 Students
University of Texas - Dallas 140 Students
Southern Methodist University 106 Students
University of Texas - Arlington 86 Students
University of North Texas 80 Students
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 80 Students
Stanford University 75 Students
Texas Tech University 60 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Computer Science 115 Students
Mechanical Engineering 108 Students
Engineering 63 Students
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering 49 Students
Electrical Engineering 49 Students
Aerospace Engineering 38 Students
Biology 36 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 35 Students
Civil Engineering 34 Students
Chemistry 33 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 200 Reviews
5.0 Alum
6/17/2024
Loved it as an Academic community, but not so much as a school. I met some of the best teachers and students but there wasn't much of a "school spirit"
4.0 Junior
1/3/2024
improved facilities and better equipment in classes that allow for students to grasp concepts better
5.0 Senior
10/27/2023
I have teacher who deliver a high level of instruction and prepare me to do well in college! I am surrounded by academic peers who value learning.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.4 7 Reviews
5.0 parent
10/12/2021
My son received great support from the school in everything I need for college and scholarship applications.
5.0 student
2/15/2016
Since the school is so small, students get a lot on 1 on 1 time with teachers. Staying after or coming early isn't seen as a sign of failing or needing help, just being dedicated to learning. The courseload can be stressful, but good time management goes a long way. Very friendly teachers, and littl...
5.0 other
9/15/2011
When your student body is the best and brightest available there is small wonder how this school can be ranked first.
4.0 other
6/24/2010
I am a former student of the School of Science and Engineering. The education is world class. The training I received there was very instrumental to my educational and personal development. Now I am a parent and would not hesitate to enroll my child into the school or and of the schools at Townview...

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