KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY

KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY is a Title I public high school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 346 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 20 teachers, KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY 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.

KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY (KJGCA) is a specialized early college high school within the Dallas Independent School District that focuses on providing students with a rigorous academic environment. Unlike traditional high schools, the academy operates through a unique partnership with colleges and universities, allowing students to earn up to 60 hours of tuition-free college credit—effectively an Associate Degree—alongside their high school diploma. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for success in higher education, emphasizing critical thinking, discipline, and college readiness from the ninth grade onward.

The school is highly regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its supportive, small-school setting, which fosters close relationships between students and faculty. By integrating college-level coursework into the high school experience, KJGCA aims to bridge the gap between secondary and post-secondary education, significantly reducing the future cost of college for families. It serves as a premier destination for students who are motivated to accelerate their academic journey and are looking for a focused, collegiate-style atmosphere in the Dallas area.

For more information, contact KATHLYN JOY GILLIAM COLLEGIATE ACADEMY at (214) 932-7300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.