Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard's student population of 633 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3011 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
76%
54%
Black
11%
13%
White
10%
24%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard's ranking?
Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard is ranked #3011 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard often compared to?
Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguardis often viewed alongside schools like Harry Stone Montessori Academy, Jimmie Tyler Brashear Elementary School, Uplift Pinnacle Prep P.s. by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard?
633 students attend Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard?
Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard offer ?
Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard part of?
Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard located?
Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard is located in the West Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in West Dallas.
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