Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Dodd City School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dodd City School's attendance zone covers the entire Dodd City school district, encompassing approximately 45.3 square miles in Dodd City, TX. The average drive to the school typically takes 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dodd City School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dodd City School's student population of 308 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
308 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings
Dodd City School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dodd City School is 0.23, 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
#2156 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 1989)
Hispanic
11%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2002–2025
White
87%
24%
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Two or more races
2%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1991–2025
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90.3%
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dodd City School's ranking?
Dodd City School is ranked #2156 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dodd City School?
The graduation rate of Dodd City School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Dodd City School?
308 students attend Dodd City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Dodd City School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dodd City School?
Dodd City School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dodd City School offer ?
Dodd City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Dodd City School part of?
Dodd City School is part of Dodd City Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I graduated from Dodd City Schools in 1944 If possible I would like the names of the other students in my class. I think i am the last boy and I cannot remember the girls. Lila Lee Robinson Howard was in my class and she has passed away The same same for Jake people Margaret Jane Brotherton .
I would appreciate any help you could give me My name Elmer berryhill Jr.
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