North Dallas High School, one of the oldest public schools in Dallas, was honored with a Texas Historical Marker. Students, teachers and alumni gathered at the school Saturday morning, Aug. 24 as Dr. Bobby Temple, class of 1947, presented the marker. Also speaking at the dedication ceremony was Dinnah Escanilla, the school’s principal and Mike Morath, Dallas Independent School District, Board of Trustees.

The high school opened its doors to students in February 1922, and the first graduating class walked the stage in May 1923. Located at 3120 N. Haskell Ave., it is now an inner-city school, but when it was built, the location was far north of the outskirts of the settled area of Dallas, and the school was named North Dallas High. 

The Classical Revival building was designed by architect, William B. Ittner, of St. Louis. The processional entry, portico, carved stone ornamentation, balustrades and decorative lighting are typical components of the Revival style, which was very popular in the 1920s.  

Through the years, the school has produced many notable graduates, some having a great impact on Dallas and Texas, while others have made contributions at the national level. Some recognized names such as Field Scoval, Bob Dedman, Barefoot Sanders, Earl Cullum, Earle Cabell, Rose Mary Rumbley and Bob St. John are alumni of North Dallas High.

The school also has the distinction of being the First International School of Texas and the First International School of America. The flags leading up to the school symbolize the countries represented.

Today North Dallas High is a vibrant and active school serving a diverse inner-city population. It continues to receive strong support from its current students, former students and faculty. The third floor library proudly displays memorabilia representing the school's long history.