Serving 3,692 students in grades 9-12, Dobie High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 96% 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: 3,692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dobie High School serves the southern part of Houston, TX, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 14.2 square miles, where most students typically live within a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 2.6 miles, with the furthest point being 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dobie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dobie High School's student population of 3,692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 231 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,692 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
231 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Dobie High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dobie High School is 0.50, 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
#3767 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
68%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
17%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dobie High School's ranking?
Dobie High School is ranked #3767 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dobie High School?
The graduation rate of Dobie High School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Dobie High School?
3,692 students attend Dobie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Dobie High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dobie High School?
Dobie High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dobie High School offer ?
Dobie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dobie High School part of?
Dobie High School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dobie High School located?
Dobie High School is located in the South Belt And Ellington neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in South Belt And Ellington.
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