SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED

School Overview
The School for the Talented and Gifted (TAG), located in the Dallas Independent School District, is widely recognized as one of the most prestigious secondary schools in the United States. Frequently topping national rankings, the magnet school is designed specifically for students who demonstrate exceptional intellectual ability and a drive for high academic achievement. The school environment is characterized by a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, interdisciplinary projects, and advanced placement (AP) coursework, fostering a community of motivated peers and dedicated educators.

Beyond its demanding academic standards, the school is known for its intimate campus culture and emphasis on intellectual curiosity. Because it is a magnet school, it attracts high-achieving students from across the district, creating a collaborative atmosphere where students are encouraged to pursue specialized interests and develop leadership skills. By bridging the gap between traditional high school education and collegiate-level rigor, the School for the Talented and Gifted serves as a flagship institution for gifted education in Texas, consistently preparing its graduates for success at the nation’s top universities.
555
Total Students
31.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
39.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED
Demographic Student Count
White188
Hispanic234
Black36
Asian67
Two or More25
American Indian3
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    234 (42.2%)
  • White
    188 (33.9%)
  • Asian
    67 (12.1%)
  • Black
    36 (6.5%)
  • Two or More
    25 (4.5%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: DALLAS ISD
Phone: (972)925-5970
Website: http://www.dallasisd.org/tagmagnet
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 555
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 210
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 10
Grades Taught
Grade 9 133
Grade 10 130
Grade 11 164
Grade 12 128

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED
Grade Student Count
Grade 9133
Grade 10130
Grade 11164
Grade 12128
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED AND GIFTED
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female31356.4%
Male24243.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)