Dodson Primary serves 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dodson Primary's student population of 347 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dodson Primary is 0.27, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
85%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
11%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dodson Primary?
347 students attend Dodson Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dodson Primary students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dodson Primary?
Dodson Primary has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dodson Primary offer ?
Dodson Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Dodson Primary part of?
Dodson Primary is part of Denver City Independent School District.
School Reviews
1 3/17/2020
Teachers are so rude, should learn to be friendly and treat the parents like customers. Teachers show no respect, lack communication.
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