Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing & Visual Arts
- Public, Magnet
- DALLAS, TX
Magnet School
Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing & Visual Arts
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public, Magnet
- 9-12
- DALLAS, TX
- Rating 4.11 out of 5 506 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Diversitygrade A+
- Teachersgrade A
- College Prepgrade A
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A
- Administrationgrade A minus
- Sportsgrade unavailable
- Foodgrade C+
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B+
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Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing & Visual Arts Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
91%
Percent Proficient - Math
62%
Average Graduation Rate
99%
Average SAT
1200
438 responses
Average ACT
28
214 responses
AP Enrollment
66%
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- Cost of Livinggrade B minus
- Good for Familiesgrade B+
- Housinggrade C+
Median Household Income
$54,747
National
$64,994Median Rent
$1,111
National
$1,096Median Home Value
$208,700
National
$229,800Culture & Safety
Poll
92%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 50 responsesPoll
92%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 50 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
999
Free or Reduced Lunch
32%
98%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 56 responses96%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 56 responses23%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 56 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$53,985
Teachers in First/Second Year
18%
72%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 76 responses82%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 76 responses75%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 76 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
Expenses Per Student
$12,273 / year
National
$12,23984%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 89 responses45%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 89 responses71%
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I have loved my time at Booker T. I am in the music conservatory, and the community and artistry that I continually find never ceases to amaze me. I also enjoy rigorous coursework through the many AP classes offered. Performances happen with so much regularity that we are always rehearsing and putting in extra hours towards excellent concerts. Just recently, I played in the band for our all school musical, and the level at which we communicated and felt the music together was just astounding. Six weeks of rehearsals were put into 10 performances that were sold out every night. My only issue with the school lies in the clique nature that arises out of separating us into separate groups. For example, the opportunities for musicians to meet people in dance are few and far between. Our class size is small, but many of us still do not know the names of everyone we're graduating with.
Since I've transferred to BTWHSPVA, I've really enjoyed myself! I'm surrounded by like-minded and creative individuals, with teachers that really understand the importance of the arts. Because of the school's connections, I have access to so many great opportunities, as well as excellent fine arts staff that both support you. While I do enjoy many aspects of the school, the science and math department is kind of disappointing. My AP Physics teacher cannot teach to save his life, and he's technically not even qualified to be teaching AP. I've managed to pull myself through, but its disappointing when physics is what I want to pursue for my career.
I really enjoyed my time here! It's a great, encouraging environment for artists. The faculty and parents are great. I'm honored to have attended this school as a theater student.