Serving 3,870 students in grades 9-12, Dobie High School ranks in the top 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 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,870 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dobie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dobie High School's student population of 3,870 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 247 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,870 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
247 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dobie High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dobie High School is 0.51, 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
#4024 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dobie High School's ranking?
Dobie High School is ranked #4024 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dobie High School?
The graduation rate of Dobie High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dobie High School?
3,870 students attend Dobie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Dobie High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dobie High School?
Dobie High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dobie High School offer ?
Dobie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dobie High School part of?
Dobie High School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dobie High School located?
Dobie High School is located in the South Belt And Ellington neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in South Belt And Ellington.
School Reviews
5 4/5/2014
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