ALEX W SPENCE TALENTED/GIFTED ACADEMY
599 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Alex W. Spence Talented/Gifted Academy is a specialized magnet school located in the historic East Dallas area, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Dallas Independent School District (DISD), the academy is designed specifically for students identified as gifted and talented, offering a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes critical thinking, advanced problem-solving, and intellectual engagement. The curriculum is tailored to meet the unique social and emotional needs of high-achieving students, ensuring they are challenged and prepared for the demands of prestigious high school magnet programs.
Beyond its core academic offerings, the school cultivates a community centered on innovation and discovery. By focusing on a "Talented and Gifted" model, the academy provides a specialized pedagogical approach that often includes project-based learning and interdisciplinary studies. Located on Capitol Avenue, the school serves as a central hub for academic excellence in the district, fostering a supportive culture where students are encouraged to pursue their passions and reach their full potential within a community of like-minded peers and dedicated educators.
Beyond its core academic offerings, the school cultivates a community centered on innovation and discovery. By focusing on a "Talented and Gifted" model, the academy provides a specialized pedagogical approach that often includes project-based learning and interdisciplinary studies. Located on Capitol Avenue, the school serves as a central hub for academic excellence in the district, fostering a supportive culture where students are encouraged to pursue their passions and reach their full potential within a community of like-minded peers and dedicated educators.
599
Total Students
44.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic | 389 |
| Black | 173 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 11 |
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Hispanic389 (64.9 %)
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Black173 (28.9 %)
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White20 (3.3 %)
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Two or More11 (1.8 %)
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Asian6 (1.0 %)
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)925-2300 |
| Website: | http://www.dallasisd.org/spence |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 599 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 44.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 428 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 13 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
184
Grade 7
198
Grade 8
217
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 184 |
| Grade 7 | 198 |
| Grade 8 | 217 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 297 | 49.6% |
| Male | 302 | 50.4% |
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