For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 5,447 students in 75116, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 75116, TX are Duncanville High School, Advantage Academy and Mary E Smithey Pace High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 75116 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 75116, TX have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 75116 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Duncanville High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75116, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Duncanville High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 W Camp Wisdom
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-3700
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-3700
Gr: 9-12 | 4,399 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Advantage Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
955 Freetown Rd
Duncanville, TX 75116
(214) 276-5800
Duncanville, TX 75116
(214) 276-5800
Gr: PK-12 | 972 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Mary E Smithey Pace High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
502 E Freeman St
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-2470
Duncanville, TX 75116
(972) 708-2470
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 75116, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 75116, TX include Duncanville High School, Advantage Academy and Mary E Smithey Pace High School.
How many public high schools are located in 75116?
3 public high schools are located in 75116.
What is the racial composition of students in 75116?
75116 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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