South Dallas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
South Dallas, Texas
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Neighborhood of Dallas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| Counties |  Dallas |
| City |  Dallas |
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| • Water | 0 km2 (0 sq mi) 0% |
| ZIP codes |
75215, 75210, 75227, 75217
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| Area code(s) | 214, 469, 972 |
South Dallas is a part of Dallas, Texas. It is located just south of Downtown Dallas. The area is bordered by the Trinity River to the west. Interstate 30 forms its northern border. To the south and east, you'll find the Great Trinity Forest.
Recently, the City of Dallas and groups like Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity have been working to improve South Dallas. They want to make the area a great place for families to live. These efforts also aim to help the local economy grow.
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Neighborhoods in South Dallas
South Dallas is made up of several smaller communities. Some of these are official areas. Others are named by local groups. Here are some of the neighborhoods often linked with South Dallas:
- Bonton
- Dixon Circle
- Dolphin Heights
- Dunn Park
- Frazier Court
- Jubilee Park, Dallas Jubilee Park
- Owenwood
- Queen City, Texas|Queen City
- Rose Garden, Texas|Rose Garden
- St. Phillips
- South Boulevard & Park Row Historic District
- Turner Courts
- Wheatley Place
Economy and Community Life
The United States Postal Service has a post office in South Dallas. This helps residents with their mail needs.
In 2001, the City of Dallas started a plan to help South Dallas. This plan aimed to boost the economy in the area. It also focused on the nearby Fair Park area.
Education in South Dallas
Students in South Dallas attend schools within the Dallas Independent School District. This district serves the entire geographic area.
Elementary Schools
Several elementary schools serve the South Dallas community.
- Charles Rice Learning Center is one of these schools. It is located in the Queen City area. The school is known for its red brick building. Many parents consider Charles Rice to be a top elementary school in South Dallas.
School Performance
In 2015, a report noted that Charles Rice was highly rated by parents. Its good reputation did not spread far beyond the local area. This was partly due to the number of students from low-income families. It was also due to the general reputation of South Dallas.
As of 2015, nearly all students at Charles Rice received free or reduced-price lunch. This shows that most students came from families with lower incomes. Despite this, the school performed very well on an internal district index. This index measures how well a school performs based on its community. Charles Rice often ranked among the best non-magnet schools in the district. It even ranked with schools in wealthier areas.
The school earned three out of five special recognitions from the Texas Education Agency. Teachers at Charles Rice also tend to stay for a long time. In 2016, the average teacher had been there for over 23 years. This shows a stable and experienced teaching staff.
Middle Schools
South Dallas has middle schools that prepare students for high school.
- Billy Earl Dade is a middle school in the area. It opened in a new building in 2013. This new building cost $36 million. Dade Middle School serves students from several elementary schools. These include Joseph J. Rhoads Learning Center and Charles Rice Elementary. After Dade, students usually go to Lincoln or James Madison high schools.
- Kennedy-Curry is another middle school. It is located in far South Dallas. Students from Kennedy-Curry typically attend Wilmer Hutchins High School. This high school was once part of a different school district.
High Schools
Students in South Dallas attend two main high schools.
- James Madison High School
- Lincoln High School
Colleges and Higher Learning
South Dallas is also home to a college campus.
- The Bill J. Priest Institute for Economic Development is here. It is part of El Centro College. This college is part of the Dallas County Community College District. The institute is housed in a nice brick building.
Transportation
Getting around South Dallas is easy with various options. The area has major roads and public transport.
Buses
- DART provides bus services. These buses help people travel throughout South Dallas and beyond.
Light Rail
DART also offers light rail train service.
- MLK, Jr. Station - This station also has a "Park and Ride" option.
- Hatcher Station
Major Highways
Several important highways pass through or near South Dallas.
Interstate 45
U.S. Highway 175
State Highway 310
State Highway 352
