THOMAS J RUSK MIDDLE
443 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
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.
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.
443
Total Students
41.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
79.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic | 286 |
| Black | 143 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 4 |
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Hispanic286 (64.6 %)
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Black143 (32.3 %)
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White6 (1.4 %)
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Asian4 (0.9 %)
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Two or More4 (0.9 %)
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)925-2000 |
| Website: | http://www.dallasisd.org/rusk |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 443 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 41.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 347 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 4 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
120
Grade 7
137
Grade 8
186
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 120 |
| Grade 7 | 137 |
| Grade 8 | 186 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 204 | 46% |
| Male | 239 | 54% |
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