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William H Byrd Middle School in Dallas, Texas

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William H Byrd Middle School Detail

(972) 708-3400
1040 W Wheatland Rd
Duncanville, TX 75137
Levels: 7-8
District: Duncanville Independent School District

William H Byrd Middle School Census Data

Census Info	Value	Year
Student Teacher Ratio:	14%	(2008)
White, non-Hispanic:	16.2%	(2008)
Black, non-Hispanic:	42.6%	(2008)
Hispanic:	38.3%	(2008)
American Indian/Alaskan Native:	0.4%	(2008)
Asian/Pacific Islander:	2.4%	(2008)

William H Byrd Middle School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating	4
Average Principals Rating	4
Average Teachers Rating	4
Average Activities Rating	4
Average Parents Rating	3
Average Safety Rating	4

William H Byrd Middle School Reviews

Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2008-01-20

“My daughter is a Special Education student at this school. She is struggling in her core subjects, however in Band she excels. If it weren't for the Band program, she probably would fall by the way side, and eventually drop out of school. Band has helped her self-esteem, and her over all attitude towards school.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: N/A
Post Date:2007-09-28

“Band is excellent, just as it is at a lower level and in high school. My son is in the middle school level in his 2nd year. He also loves band, and excels. I think that band has been and will be an asset to my kids' growth, in teamwork, responsibilty, and realizing that hard work pays off. It is difficult to combine band with the athletic teams, but an effort is made to do so, between the coaches and directors. Being involved in band or choir helps the kids to keep out of trouble.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: 2

Post Date:2007-02-27

“7th grade teachers need to assign homework. We never know when the child has homework or even if he does we don't know about because the answer is always the same.'The teachers don't give homework.' Parents are in the dark about school activities when it comes to non-uniform days or social events. Web site contains little to no useful information in this regard. And I don't see where No Pass No Play is enforced. No Pass No Play means just that in my book. As parents we stay very involved, however some of the things we hear about chills me to the bone.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: 3

Post Date:2006-01-18

“Not a bad school at all, but I haven't been completely impressed with the faculty and staff. The band faculty is good and very dedicated but in my experience in sports (girls volleyball) there seemed to be quite a bit of favoritism. Not saying my daughter is a 'superb' volleyball player, but she certainly doesn't deserve to only play 4 minutes out of each game. She can't improve without the experience.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: 3

Post Date:2005-08-08

“Average academic programs. Not very many extracurricular activities.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: 5

Post Date:2004-08-15

“My child was a member of GATE and of course these students perform at a higher level. All of his teachers were very professional and his counselor was outstanding in helping us select his schedule. The Principals were great in removing all of the problem students when they became aware of them. I still believe that parent participation cuts down on complaints about Teachers not teaching or Principals to mean and not caring. You must remember they are there to teach not babysit our children.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: 3

Post Date:2004-08-10

“Byrd is very overcrowded but this will improve with a 3rd middle school scheduled for 2005. My youngest child will be an 8th grade student. He had an acceptable learning experience overall.”
This review was posted by a parent.

Quality Score: 3

Post Date:2004-08-06

“My child's school year was not a good experience. He had a couple of young teachers that were not good leaders or authority figures. The 'unwise' Teachers were very negative, sarcastic, and condescending to my child. It appears that they were not aware of the power they possess as leaders during a child's most formative years.”
This review was posted by a parent.

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