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Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard

1400 Walmsley Ave
Dallas, TX 75208
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 600 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 12:1 is lower than 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 75% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 600 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Top 50% in TX
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers

School Rankings

Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#3934 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
34%
41%
56%
51%
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
76%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
10%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard's ranking?
Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard is ranked #3934 out of 8,188 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
600 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, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard?
Jesus Moroles Expressive Arts Vanguard has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than 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 16 other public schools located in West Dallas.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 600 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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