Glenn Heights
The city of Glenn Heights straddles both Dallas and Ellis counties. Incorporated in 1969, it has a small footprint of only 7.2-square miles and is defined by well-planned, safe neighborhoods with modern amenities, and community engagement. Glenn Heights is served by two districts—DeSoto Independent School District and Red Oak Independent School District.
Glenn Heights By the Numbers
| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Population | 18,000 |
| Households | 5,902 |
| Median Age | 33 |
| Median Household Income | 87,541 |
| 2023 | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| White Alone | 3,309 | 21.1% |
| Black Alone | 8,174 | 52.2% |
| American Indian Alone | 0 | 0.0% |
| Asian Alone | 46 | 0.3% |
| Some Other Race Alone | 0 | 0.0% |
| Two or More Races | 224 | 1.4% |
| Hispanic Origin (any race) | 3,916 | 25.0% |
| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| TOTAL | 9,316 |
| Less Than 9th Grade | 8.2% |
| 9th-12th Grade - No Diploma | 5.8% |
| High School Graduate | 23.5% |
| GED/ Alternative Credential | 3.4% |
| Some College - No Degree | 23.5% |
| Associate Degree | 6.5% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 17.9% |
| Graduate/ Professional Degree | 0.2% |