Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy's student population of 492 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy 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 Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy is 0.31, 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
#2848 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
83%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy's ranking?
Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy is ranked #2848 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy?
492 students attend Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy?
Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy offer ?
Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy part of?
Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy located?
Walnut Hill International Leadership Academy is located in the Northwest Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest Dallas.
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