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Mesquite High School

Mesquite ISD · Dallas County · 300 E DAVIS ST, Mesquite, TX 75149

(972)882-7800

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4/10
#854
Rank 854 out of 1,276
English Language Arts3/10 · #1064 · 23rd percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #658 · 49th percentile
Science5/10 · #748 · 41st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

Mesquite High School sits in the heart of Mesquite, a working-class suburb just east of Dallas where tight-knit communities and Friday night football are part of the fabric of daily life. The school shows its strongest footing in math and science, making it a decent fit for students with an interest in technical or career-focused pathways. Families who value school spirit, a diverse student body, and the affordability of suburban Dallas living tend to find a comfortable home here.

Student Demographics

1,539 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
980 (64%)
African American
423 (27%)
White
101 (7%)
Other
35 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners574 (37%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged1,330 (86%)
Students with Disabilities179 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

2,401
Enrollment
176.8
Teachers (FTE)
13.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
8.1
Administrators (FTE)

Graduation Rate

96%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

19
AP Courses
offered
16.2%
AP Participation
of students
386
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #456 · 71st percentile

70 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Texas.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found