Duncanville High School is a secondary school located in Duncanville, Texas, United States, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The school is a part of Duncanville Independent School District. The school includes grades 9 through 12. The high school campus is the second largest in the nation in terms of campus size.
Serving 4,607 students in grades 9-12, Duncanville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 4,607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duncanville High School's student population of 4,607 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 240 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
4,607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
240 teachers
Year Founded
1935
Colors
Red and royal blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Writing Success Stories, One Student at a Time
School Rankings
Duncanville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duncanville High School is 0.53, 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
#7317 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
55%
53%
Black
41%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duncanville High School's ranking?
Duncanville High School is ranked #7317 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Duncanville High School often compared to?
Duncanville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desoto High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Duncanville High School?
The graduation rate of Duncanville High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Duncanville High School?
4,607 students attend Duncanville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Duncanville High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duncanville High School?
Duncanville High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Duncanville High School offer ?
Duncanville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Duncanville High School part of?
Duncanville High School is part of Duncanville Independent School District.
School Reviews
3 10/25/2021
This school Is absolutely amazing. It gives you a bunch of career paths that most high schools don't give. In general Duncanville ISD is amazing.
5 11/10/2008
THE QUALITY OF ACADEMIC PROGRAMS IS GREAT FOR STUDENTS. SPORTS, AND OTHER EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIS IS ONE OF THE BEST THINGS I HAVE EVER SEEN IN A SCHOOL. THE FACILITY IS GREAT, AND THE LEVEL OF PARENT INVOLVEMENT IS GREAT ALSO I HAVE NEVER SEEN PARENTS SO INTERESTED IN OUR WORK ETC...
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