SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED

School Overview
The School for the Talented and Gifted (TAG), located in the Dallas Independent School District, is widely recognized as one of the most prestigious secondary schools in the United States. Frequently topping national rankings, the magnet school is designed specifically for students who demonstrate exceptional intellectual ability and a drive for high academic achievement. The school environment is characterized by a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, interdisciplinary projects, and advanced placement (AP) coursework, fostering a community of motivated peers and dedicated educators.

Beyond its demanding academic standards, the school is known for its intimate campus culture and emphasis on intellectual curiosity. Because it is a magnet school, it attracts high-achieving students from across the district, creating a collaborative atmosphere where students are encouraged to pursue specialized interests and develop leadership skills. By bridging the gap between traditional high school education and collegiate-level rigor, the School for the Talented and Gifted serves as a flagship institution for gifted education in Texas, consistently preparing its graduates for success at the nation’s top universities.
534
Total Students
30.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
41.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED
Demographic Student Count
White184
Hispanic231
Black32
Asian69
Two or More15
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    231 (43.3 %)
  • White
    184 (34.5 %)
  • Asian
    69 (12.9 %)
  • Black
    32 (6.0 %)
  • Two or More
    15 (2.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.4 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: DALLAS ISD
Phone: (972)925-5970
Website: http://www.dallasisd.org/tagmagnet
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 534
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 210
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 10
Grades Taught
Grade 9 170
Grade 10 130
Grade 11 121
Grade 12 113

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED
Grade Student Count
Grade 9170
Grade 10130
Grade 11121
Grade 12113
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28052.4%
Male25447.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)