Devonshire, Dallas facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Devonshire
Neighborhood
Country	United States
State	Texas
County	Dallas
City	Dallas
Area	North Dallas
Area
• Land	1.3 km2 (0.50 sq mi)
Elevation	168 m (551 ft)
Time zone	UTC−6 (Central)
• Summer (DST)	UTC−5 (Central)
ZIP Code	75209
Area codes	214, 469, 972

Devonshire is a cool neighborhood located in the northern part of Dallas, Texas in the USA. It's surrounded by other interesting areas. To the north, you'll find Northwest Highway (Loop 12) and the Preston Hollow neighborhood. On the east, it's next to the Dallas North Tollway, Preston Center, and University Park. To the south, you'll see Lovers Lane and Inwood Village. Finally, on the west, it's bordered by Inwood Road and the Bluffview neighborhood.

Learning in Devonshire

Devonshire is a great place for students! There are many schools nearby, both public and private, that offer different ways to learn.

Public Schools

Students in Devonshire attend public schools managed by the Dallas Independent School District. These schools help kids from pre-kindergarten all the way through high school.

Elementary and Middle Schools

• K. B. Polk Center for Academically Talented and Gifted is for students from Pre-K to fifth grade. It's in the nearby Elm Thicket/Northpark neighborhood. This school is designed for kids who are especially smart and love to learn.
• Edward H Cary Middle School serves students in grades 6-8. It's located in the Walnut Hill neighborhood.
• Sudie L. Williams Talented and Gifted Academy is right next door in the Bluffview neighborhood. This school is also for academically talented and gifted students. It currently serves grades four through six, but it will expand to eighth grade by 2020. To get in, students need to show strong academic skills and apply.
• Henry W. Longfellow Career Exploration Academy is another special school for grades 6-8. It's a magnet school in the Greenway Parks neighborhood. Students here get a regular middle school education, but they also get to explore their interests and talents in unique ways.

High School

• Thomas Jefferson High School is for students in grades 9-12. It's also in the Walnut Hill neighborhood. This is where students finish their public school journey before college.

Private Schools

If families prefer private education, there are many excellent options close to Devonshire. These schools offer different teaching styles and focuses.

Some of the nearby private schools include:

• Good Shepherd Episcopal School (PreK-8)
• St. Mark's School of Texas (grades 1-12, for boys)
• The Hockaday School (PreK-12, for girls)
• Greenhill School (PreK-12)
• The Episcopal School of Dallas (PreK-12)
• Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas (grades 9-12, for boys)
• The Lamplighter School (PreK-4)
• Ursuline Academy of Dallas (grades 9-12, for girls)
• Christ the King Catholic School (K-8)

Colleges and Universities

For students who want to continue their education after high school, Devonshire is part of the Dallas County Community College District. This district has seven community colleges and 14 campuses throughout Dallas County. They offer many programs, including academic courses, continuing education, and adult education.

Places of Worship

Devonshire is home to many different places of worship, showing the diverse community that lives here. People can find a spiritual home that fits their beliefs.

Some of the places of worship nearby 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