Serving 272 students in grades 9-12, Dekalb High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Dekalb High School's student population of 272 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dekalb High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb High School is 0.61, 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
#5751 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
17%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
57%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb High School's ranking?
Dekalb High School is ranked #5751 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dekalb High School often compared to?
Dekalb High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hooks High School, James Bowie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dekalb High School?
The graduation rate of Dekalb High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dekalb High School?
272 students attend Dekalb High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Dekalb High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dekalb High School?
Dekalb High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dekalb High School offer ?
Dekalb High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dekalb High School part of?
Dekalb High School is part of Dekalb Independent School District.
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