Dalhart High School is a public high school located in Dalhart, Texas and classified as a 3A school by the UIL. Serving more than 400 students in grades 9-12, Dalhart High School is part of the Dalhart Independent School District which covers much of both Dallam and Hartley counties.
Serving 471 students in grades 9-12, Dalhart High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dalhart High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Dalhart High School's student population of 471 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dalhart High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dalhart High School is 0.49, 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
#4799 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
62%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Wolf
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dalhart High School's ranking?
Dalhart High School is ranked #4799 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dalhart High School often compared to?
Dalhart High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon High School, Grapevine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dalhart High School?
The graduation rate of Dalhart High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dalhart High School?
471 students attend Dalhart High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dalhart High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dalhart High School?
Dalhart High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dalhart High School offer ?
Dalhart High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dalhart High School part of?
Dalhart High School is part of Dalhart Independent School District.
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