SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS

SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS is a Title I public high school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 546 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

The SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS, located in Dallas, Texas, is a specialized magnet high school within the Dallas Independent School District (DISD). Designed for students with a keen interest in pursuing careers in medicine and healthcare, the school offers a rigorous academic environment that integrates a standard high school curriculum with specialized medical training. By focusing on STEM-based coursework and clinical preparation, the institution aims to produce graduates who are well-prepared for the demands of higher education in fields such as nursing, dentistry, physical therapy, and various medical technologies.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school is known for fostering a professional and disciplined environment that mirrors a real-world healthcare setting. Students often benefit from partnerships with local medical institutions, allowing them to gain practical insights, certifications, and hands-on experience before graduation. As a magnet school, it attracts motivated students from across the district, creating a community dedicated to excellence, service, and the advancement of public health.

For more information, contact SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS at (972) 925-5930 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1201 E EIGHTH ST
DALLAS, TX 75203-2545
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SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS is a public Title I school in DALLAS, TX with about 546 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
DALLAS ISD
Total Students:
546
Teachers:
29.35
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 546 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 73% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
73.3%
Black or African American
19.0%
Asian
3.3%
White
2.4%
Two or more races
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
75.8%
Male
24.2%

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.