For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,896 students in Dumas, TX.
The top ranked public schools in Dumas, TX are Green Acres Elementary School, Sunset Elementary School and Hillcrest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dumas, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Texas public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Dumas have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dumas, TX (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Green Acres Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 Oak Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4157
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4157
Grades: PK-4
| 376 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Sunset Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 W 14th St
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-2127
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-2127
Grades: PK-4
| 302 students
Rank: #33.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
514 Pear Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-5629
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-5629
Grades: PK-4
| 297 students
Rank: #44.
North Plains Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1015 N Maddox Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-8774
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-8774
Grades: 9-12
| 33 students
Rank: #55.
Morningside Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
623 Powell Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4153
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4153
Grades: PK-4
| 463 students
Rank: #66.
Dumas Int
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Texas Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-6474
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-6474
Grades: 5-6
| 619 students
Rank: #77.
Dumas J High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 E 5th Sreet
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4155
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4155
Grades: 7-8
| 657 students
Rank: #88.
Dumas High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 S Klein Ave
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4151
Dumas, TX 79029
(806) 935-4151
Grades: 9-12
| 1,149 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dumas, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Dumas, TX include Green Acres Elementary School, Sunset Elementary School and Hillcrest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dumas, TX?
8 public schools are located in Dumas, TX.
What is the racial composition of students in Dumas, TX?
Dumas, TX public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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