ALEX W SPENCE TALENTED/GIFTED ACADEMY

School Overview
Alex W. Spence Talented/Gifted Academy is a specialized magnet school located in the historic East Dallas area, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Dallas Independent School District (DISD), the academy is designed specifically for students identified as gifted and talented, offering a rigorous academic environment that emphasizes critical thinking, advanced problem-solving, and intellectual engagement. The curriculum is tailored to meet the unique social and emotional needs of high-achieving students, ensuring they are challenged and prepared for the demands of prestigious high school magnet programs.

Beyond its core academic offerings, the school cultivates a community centered on innovation and discovery. By focusing on a "Talented and Gifted" model, the academy provides a specialized pedagogical approach that often includes project-based learning and interdisciplinary studies. Located on Capitol Avenue, the school serves as a central hub for academic excellence in the district, fostering a supportive culture where students are encouraged to pursue their passions and reach their full potential within a community of like-minded peers and dedicated educators.
486
Total Students
30.4
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
90.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ALEX W SPENCE TALENTED/GIFTED ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White19
Hispanic300
Black142
Asian10
Two or More10
American Indian5
  • Hispanic
    300 (61.7%)
  • Black
    142 (29.2%)
  • White
    19 (3.9%)
  • Asian
    10 (2.1%)
  • Two or More
    10 (2.1%)
  • American Indian
    5 (1.0%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: DALLAS ISD
Phone: (972)925-2300
Website: http://www.dallasisd.org/spence
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 486
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 428
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Grade 6 148
Grade 7 169
Grade 8 169

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for ALEX W SPENCE TALENTED/GIFTED ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Grade 6148
Grade 7169
Grade 8169
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for ALEX W SPENCE TALENTED/GIFTED ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21243.6%
Male27456.4%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)