Serving 2,564 students in grades 9-12, Dripping Springs High School ranks in the top 20% 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 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: DRIPPING SPRINGS H S serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire district in Dripping Springs, TX, covering approximately 194.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect an average drive time of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dripping Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dripping Springs High School's student population of 2,564 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,564 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Motto
We Change Lives
School Rankings
Dripping Springs High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dripping Springs High School is 0.48, 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
#1393 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tiger Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dripping Springs High School's ranking?
Dripping Springs High School is ranked #1393 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dripping Springs High School often compared to?
Dripping Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bowie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dripping Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Dripping Springs High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Dripping Springs High School?
2,564 students attend Dripping Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Dripping Springs High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dripping Springs High School?
Dripping Springs High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dripping Springs High School offer ?
Dripping Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dripping Springs High School part of?
Dripping Springs High School is part of Dripping Springs Independent School District.
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