W T WHITE HIGH SCHOOL

W T WHITE H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 2,230 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 131 teachers, W T WHITE H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

W.T. White High School, located in the North Dallas area, is a prominent secondary school within the Dallas Independent School District (DISD). Serving a diverse student population, the school is known for its comprehensive academic curriculum and its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. The campus offers a wide variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs, which help create a well-rounded educational experience for its students.

As part of the DISD, W.T. White emphasizes college and career readiness, often utilizing various district-wide initiatives to support student achievement. The school is deeply rooted in the local community and maintains a focus on student growth through both rigorous coursework and social-emotional development. For those seeking more specific information regarding programs, athletics, or school events, the official district website provides updated resources and contact details for the school administration.

For more information, contact W T WHITE H S at (972) 502-6200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4505 RIDGESIDE DR
DALLAS, TX 75244-7524
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W T WHITE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in DALLAS, TX with about 2,230 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
DALLAS ISD
Total Students:
2,230
Teachers:
131.81
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 2,230 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending W T WHITE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 81% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
80.9%
Black or African American
10.4%
White
5.7%
Asian
1.8%
Two or more races
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
49.6%
Male
50.4%

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.