THOMAS J RUSK MIDDLE SCHOOL

THOMAS J RUSK MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 647 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 46 teachers, THOMAS J RUSK MIDDLE has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Thomas J. Rusk Middle School, located at 2929 Inwood Road in Dallas, Texas, is a public school serving students as part of the Dallas Independent School District (Dallas ISD). Situated in the vibrant West Dallas/Love Field area, the school is named in honor of Thomas Jefferson Rusk, a significant figure in Texas history who served as a soldier, politician, and one of the state's first U.S. Senators. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive middle school education that prepares students for the transition to high school through a curriculum focused on core academic subjects, social-emotional development, and extracurricular opportunities.

As part of the Dallas ISD community, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population. By utilizing district-wide resources and fostering community engagement, Thomas J. Rusk Middle School aims to cultivate academic achievement and personal responsibility. Families interested in specific programs, current school ratings, extracurricular activities, or enrollment procedures are encouraged to visit their official website at [dallasisd.org/rusk](http://www.dallasisd.org/rusk) or contact the school administration directly.

For more information, contact THOMAS J RUSK MIDDLE at (972) 925-2000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.