LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF

LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF is a Title I public charter school that is part of the LIFE SCHOOL school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 1,537 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th 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 107 teachers, LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF 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.

LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF is a public charter school located in Dallas, Texas, serving students as part of the broader Life School district. The institution operates with a mission centered on "training leaders with life skills for the future," emphasizing a character-based curriculum alongside traditional academic instruction. By integrating leadership development and core values into the daily educational experience, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared for both academic success and active, responsible citizenship.

As a tuition-free charter school, LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF provides an alternative to traditional district-run campuses, focusing on smaller learning environments and strong partnerships between educators, students, and parents. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while fostering a culture of high expectations and community involvement. Through its structured approach, the Oak Cliff campus strives to create a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential while adhering to the district's foundational pillars of leadership, integrity, and excellence.

For more information, contact LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF at (214) 376-8200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4400 S RL THORNTON FRWY
DALLAS, TX 75224
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LIFE SCHOOL OAK CLIFF is a public Title I Charter school in DALLAS, TX with about 1,537 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
District:
LIFE SCHOOL
Total Students:
1,537
Teachers:
107.61
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,537 students

Black or African American
52.2%
Hispanic/Latino
45.8%
Two or more races
1.1%
White
0.7%
Asian
0.3%

Female
51.9%
Male
48.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.