Serving 258 students in grades 9-12, Dilley 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dilley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Dilley school district, covering approximately 342.1 square miles. The zone is located in Dilley, TX, with typical drives to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge being around 20 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dilley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dilley High School's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dilley 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 Dilley High School is 0.11, 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
#7873 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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)50.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Mascot
Wolf
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dilley High School's ranking?
Dilley High School is ranked #7873 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dilley High School?
The graduation rate of Dilley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Dilley High School?
258 students attend Dilley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dilley High School students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dilley High School?
Dilley High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dilley High School offer ?
Dilley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dilley High School part of?
Dilley High School is part of Dilley Independent School District.
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