Serving 430 students in grades 3-5, Dalhart Intermediate 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dalhart Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Dalhart school district, covering approximately 842.5 square miles in Dalhart, TX. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 16.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 26.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dalhart Intermediate School's student population of 430 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Dalhart Intermediate 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 Intermediate School is 0.38, 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
#6798 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold
School Mascot
Golden Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dalhart Intermediate School's ranking?
Dalhart Intermediate School is ranked #6798 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dalhart Intermediate School?
430 students attend Dalhart Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Dalhart Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dalhart Intermediate School?
Dalhart Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dalhart Intermediate School offer ?
Dalhart Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Dalhart Intermediate School part of?
Dalhart Intermediate School is part of Dalhart Independent School District.
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