MAYA ANGELOU H S
9 Students
Secondary School 7th - 11th
School Overview
Maya Angelou High School, located on Rusk Avenue in Dallas, Texas, is a specialized campus within the Dallas Independent School District. Named in honor of the renowned poet and civil rights activist, the school is designed to provide a supportive and focused educational environment for students who may require an alternative setting to succeed. The institution places a strong emphasis on meeting the unique academic and social-emotional needs of its student body, aiming to foster personal growth while ensuring students remain on track toward graduation and future career or college readiness.
As part of the Dallas ISD, the school leverages district resources to offer a structured curriculum that balances core academic requirements with initiatives aimed at student retention and success. By providing a smaller, more personalized atmosphere, Maya Angelou High School seeks to empower students to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence, and develop the skills necessary for long-term achievement. The school serves as a vital resource within the community, dedicated to upholding the values of its namesake by encouraging excellence, resilience, and intellectual curiosity among its learners.
As part of the Dallas ISD, the school leverages district resources to offer a structured curriculum that balances core academic requirements with initiatives aimed at student retention and success. By providing a smaller, more personalized atmosphere, Maya Angelou High School seeks to empower students to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence, and develop the skills necessary for long-term achievement. The school serves as a vital resource within the community, dedicated to upholding the values of its namesake by encouraging excellence, resilience, and intellectual curiosity among its learners.
9
Total Students
2.5
Full-Time Teachers
3.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 5 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
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Hispanic5 (55.6 %)
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Black3 (33.3 %)
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Asian1 (11.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Secondary School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | N/A |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | DALLAS ISD |
| Phone: | (972)925-2200 |
| Website: | http://www.dallasisd.org/domain/641 |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 11th |
| Total Students: | 9 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 2.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 3.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | N/A |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | N/A |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
1
Grade 9
3
Grade 10
4
Grade 11
1
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 1 |
| Grade 9 | 3 |
| Grade 10 | 4 |
| Grade 11 | 1 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 9 | 100% |
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