WILLIAM B TRAVIS ACDMY/VNGRD FOR ACADEMICALLY TAG
WILLIAM B TRAVIS ACDMY/VNGRD FOR ACADEMICALLY TAG is a public elementary school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 200 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 5th Grade. With about 13 teachers, WILLIAM B TRAVIS ACDMY/VNGRD FOR ACADEMICALLY TAG has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
William B. Travis Academy/Vanguard for the Academically Talented and Gifted is a specialized magnet school within the Dallas Independent School District, located in the Uptown area of Dallas. Serving students in grades 4 through 8, the academy is specifically designed to meet the unique educational needs of high-achieving and gifted learners. It offers a rigorous, accelerated curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, independent study, and creative problem-solving, aiming to challenge students beyond the scope of a standard classroom environment.
Because it operates as a Vanguard school, admission is competitive and based on specific criteria, including assessments of cognitive ability and academic achievement. The school is known for fostering a high-performing culture where students are encouraged to engage deeply with complex subject matter. By providing a focused, enrichment-heavy atmosphere, William B. Travis aims to prepare its diverse student body for advanced high school programs and future academic success in an environment that prioritizes intellectual curiosity and scholarly excellence.
For more information, contact WILLIAM B TRAVIS ACDMY/VNGRD FOR ACADEMICALLY TAG at (972) 794-7500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
DALLAS, TX 75204-2414
(972) 794-7500
WILLIAM B TRAVIS ACDMY/VNGRD FOR ACADEMICALLY TAG is a public school in DALLAS, TX with about 200 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- DALLAS ISD
- Total Students:
- 200
- Teachers:
- 13.19
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 200 students
- White
- 64.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 20.0%
- Asian
- 9.0%
- Black or African American
- 4.5%
- Two or more races
- 2.5%
- Female
- 56.0%
- Male
- 44.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.