Dickinson High School is located in Dickinson, Texas, United States, in the Dickinson Independent School District. The school serves most of Dickinson, all of San Leon, the majority of Bacliff, and portions of League City and Texas City. The school colors are blue and white with red trims.
Serving 3,763 students in grades 9-12, Dickinson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dickinson High School's student population of 3,763 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 234 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
234 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Dickinson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickinson High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6274 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
53%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
24%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Gators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dickinson High School's ranking?
Dickinson High School is ranked #6274 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dickinson High School often compared to?
Dickinson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Fe High School, Friendswood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dickinson High School?
The graduation rate of Dickinson High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dickinson High School?
3,763 students attend Dickinson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dickinson High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dickinson High School?
Dickinson High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dickinson High School offer ?
Dickinson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dickinson High School part of?
Dickinson High School is part of Dickinson Independent School District.
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