Serving 512 students in grades 6-8, Dobie Middle 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 5% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dobie Middle School serves the northeast part of Austin, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the school from the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.8 miles at its farthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dobie Middle School's student population of 512 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
512 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Dobie Middle 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 Dobie Middle School is 0.33, 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
#7998 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
13%
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 ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dobie Middle School's ranking?
Dobie Middle School is ranked #7998 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dobie Middle School?
512 students attend Dobie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Dobie Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dobie Middle School?
Dobie Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dobie Middle School offer ?
Dobie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dobie Middle School part of?
Dobie Middle School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dobie Middle School located?
Dobie Middle School is located in the Windsor Hills neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Windsor Hills.
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