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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
Top 67%
English Language Arts3/10 · #1064 · 23rd percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #658 · 49th percentile
Science5/10 · #748 · 41st percentile

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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)