CITYLAB HIGH SCHOOL

CITYLAB H S is a Title I public secondary school that is part of the DALLAS ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 80 students. 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 6 teachers, CITYLAB H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

CityLab High School is a unique, specialized choice school within the Dallas Independent School District that focuses on urban planning, architecture, and civic engagement. Located in the heart of downtown Dallas, the school leverages its urban environment as a living laboratory, encouraging students to analyze the complexities of city life and propose innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Its curriculum is designed for students interested in public policy, design, and community development, fostering a hands-on learning approach that connects classroom theory to the professional landscape of the city.

Because of its specific academic focus, the school offers a rigorous, project-based education that emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and social responsibility. Students frequently engage with local architects, urban planners, and civic leaders, providing them with mentorship and networking opportunities unique to the downtown location. CityLab aims to cultivate the next generation of city builders—individuals who are equipped to lead, design, and improve the urban communities in which they live.

For more information, contact CITYLAB H S at (972) 749-2702 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.