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 481 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 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: DALHART H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dalhart, TX, covering approximately 842.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 27.1 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Dalhart High School's student population of 481 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
481 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
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 0.48, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Golden Wolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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 90.3%.
How many students attend Dalhart High School?
481 students attend Dalhart High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Dalhart High School students are Hispanic, 34% 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 13:1, 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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