Bluffview, Dallas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bluffview
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County |  Dallas |
| City |  Dallas |
| Area | North Dallas |
| Elevation | 158 m (518 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (Central) |
| ZIP Code |
75209
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| Area codes | 214, 469, 972 |
Bluffview is a neighborhood located in the northern part of Dallas, Texas, in the United States. It's known for its unique landscape with hills and cliffs.
The neighborhood has clear boundaries. To the north, it's bordered by Northwest Highway and the Preston Hollow area. On the east, you'll find Inwood Road and the Devonshire neighborhood. To the south, it's next to University Boulevard and the Elm Thicket/North Park neighborhood. Finally, on the west, it's bordered by Midway Road, Bluebonnett Road, Bluff View Blvd., and the Shorecrest and Cochran's Chapel neighborhoods.
A smaller part of Bluffview is called Briarwood. It's bordered by Lovers Lane to the south and Inwood Road to the east. Horseshoe Trail & Briarwood Place are to the north, and Elsby Avenue is to the west. The Elsby family created Briarwood in the late 1930s. It was built on the land where the Bluffview Dairy used to be. The Briarwood Crime Watch & Neighborhood Association is a group of volunteers. They work to keep the community safe and organize fun activities.
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Geography of Bluffview
Bluffview gets its name from its hilly land. It sits along cliffs that overlook Bachman Branch and its smaller streams. Some of these cliffs are about 50 feet (15 meters) high above the water below. This makes the area quite scenic and different from other parts of Dallas.
History of Bluffview
The Bluffview area was first developed as "Bluff View Estates." A developer named J.P. Stephenson started this project. In 1924, he bought a large dairy farm. It was about 215 acres (0.9 square kilometers) along Bachman Branch. He then divided this land into smaller lots, each about 1 acre (4,046.9 square meters).
The city of Dallas officially added Bluffview to its boundaries in March 1943. Interestingly, a small part of Bluffview in the northeast was originally meant to be part of Preston Hollow. Preston Hollow was a separate town at the time. While Bluffview joined Dallas in 1943, Preston Hollow didn't become part of Dallas until 1945.
Education in Bluffview
Bluffview has many options for schools, both public and private.
Public Schools
The Dallas Independent School District serves the public schools in the neighborhood. Children living in Bluffview can attend several schools:
- K. B. Polk Center for Academically Talented and Gifted (Pre-K to 5th grade) is in the nearby Elm Thicket/North Park neighborhood.
- Edward H Cary Middle School (6th to 8th grade) is in the Walnut Hill neighborhood.
- Thomas Jefferson High School (9th to 12th grade) is also in the Walnut Hill neighborhood.
There are also special schools for talented students:
- Sudie L. Williams Talented and Gifted Academy is right in the Bluffview neighborhood. It's for academically talented and gifted students from 4th to 6th grade. It will expand to 8th grade by 2020. Students need to apply and show strong academic skills to get in.
- Henry W. Longfellow Career Exploration Academy is next door in the Greenway Parks neighborhood. This school is for students in 6th to 8th grade. Students are chosen through a special "magnet process," which means they apply and are selected based on their interests and abilities. The school helps students explore different careers.
Private Schools
Many private schools are located near Bluffview, offering various educational choices:
- Good Shepherd Episcopal School (PreK-8)
- St. Mark's School of Texas (1-12, Boys)
- The Hockaday School (PreK-12, Girls)
- Greenhill School (PreK-12)
- The Episcopal School of Dallas (PreK-12)
- Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas (9-12, Boys)
- The Lamplighter School (PreK-4)
- Ursuline Academy of Dallas (Girls)
- Christ the King Catholic School (K-8)
- Alcuin School (K-12)
Colleges and Universities
Bluffview is part of the Dallas County Community College District. This district offers many programs for higher education. These include college courses, continuing education, and adult education. They have seven community colleges and 14 campuses across Dallas County.
Religion
Many places of worship are located near Bluffview. These include:
- Cochran Chapel United Methodist Church
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
- Lovers Lane United Methodist Church
- Fifth Church of Christ, Scientist
- Northwest Bible Church
- Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church
- Christ the King Catholic Church
- Congregation Shearith Israel
- Temple Emanu-El
- Park Cities Baptist Church
Parks and Recreation
Bluff View Park
Bluff View Park is a neighborhood park that covers 2.6 acres. It was created in 1945 and is managed by the Dallas Parks and Recreation Department. The park is right next to Sudie L. Williams Talented and Gifted Academy. It has benches, a drinking fountain, an outdoor basketball court, picnic tables, a playground, and a soccer field for everyone to enjoy.
Notable People from Bluffview
Some well-known people have lived in Bluffview:
- Don Henley: He is an American musician, singer, and songwriter. He is also a founding member of the famous band, the Eagles.
- Kay Bailey Hutchison: She is an American attorney, politician, and diplomat. She served as a United States senator for Texas from 1993 to 2013. She was also the 22nd United States Permanent Representative to NATO.
