W E GREINER EXPLORATORY ARTS ACADEMY

School Overview
W.E. Greiner Exploratory Arts Academy, located in the historic Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, is a specialized magnet middle school within the Dallas Independent School District. As an "Exploratory Arts Academy," the school distinguishes itself by integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with a heavy emphasis on the visual and performing arts. Students at Greiner have access to specialized programming in areas such as dance, theater, visual arts, band, orchestra, choir, and piano, allowing them to cultivate their creative talents while meeting core educational requirements.

Beyond its artistic focus, Greiner is well-regarded for providing a well-rounded middle school experience that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth. The school serves a diverse student body and is known for its competitive academic environment, often serving as a pipeline for students aiming to attend prestigious arts-focused high schools in the district, such as Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. Through its blend of traditional academics and immersive arts instruction, Greiner aims to prepare students for success in high school and beyond by developing their critical thinking skills, confidence, and creative expression.
1,279
Total Students
91.7
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
79.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for W E GREINER EXPLORATORY ARTS ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White42
Hispanic1,156
Black70
Asian1
Two or More4
American Indian6
  • Hispanic
    1,156 (90.4 %)
  • Black
    70 (5.5 %)
  • White
    42 (3.3 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.5 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (0.3 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: DALLAS ISD
Phone: (972)925-7100
Website: http://www.dallasisd.org/greineracademy
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 1,279
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 91.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 982
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 33
Grades Taught
Grade 6 379
Grade 7 431
Grade 8 469

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for W E GREINER EXPLORATORY ARTS ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Grade 6379
Grade 7431
Grade 8469
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for W E GREINER EXPLORATORY ARTS ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female70855.4%
Male57144.6%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)